Guyanese Pepperpot
Pepperpot is a thick, flavorful Guyanese stew made from a variety of meats, cassareep, and spices. This dish combines the richness of beef, pork, and ox tail with the heat of peppers and the earthiness of cassareep, creating a complex, aromatic meal that becomes even more delicious after a few days.
Servings: 8
Calories: 608kcal
Cost: $20
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lbs stewing steak pork, beef, or brisket
- 2 pig trotters or cow’s heels optional, for extra gooeyness
- 2 lbs ox tail
- 1 cup cassareep
- 2 red hot peppers
- 1 inch stick of cinnamon
- 3 heads of clove
- 2 oz sugar
- 2 stalks basil
- 1 bunch fine thyme
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- salt to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Meat
- Clean the meat thoroughly, especially if using pig trotters or cow’s heels. Set them aside.
Boil the Trotters or Heels
- Put the pig trotters or cow’s heels into a covered pot with water to boil. Skim off any impurities that rise to the surface.2 pig trotters or cow’s heels
Add the Remaining Meat
- When the trotters or heels are half tender, add the remaining beef, steak, and ox tail, along with hot water to cover the meat. Bring to a boil.2 lbs stewing steak, 2 lbs ox tail
Simmer with Spices
- Add the cassareep, hot peppers, cinnamon stick, cloves, sugar, basil, thyme, garlic, and onion. Stir everything together and reduce the heat. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 hours until the meat is tender and the broth has thickened.1 cup cassareep, 2 red hot peppers, 1 inch stick of cinnamon, 3 heads of clove, 2 oz sugar, 2 stalks basil, 1 bunch fine thyme, 1 large onion, 3 cloves garlic
Adjust Seasoning
- Taste the pepperpot and adjust the salt and sugar to your liking.salt to taste
Serve
- Serve hot with bread, roti, or rice to soak up all that flavorful sauce.
Notes
The nutritional values provided in this recipe are estimates and may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes. Each recipe includes estimated cook time and serving sizes for your convenience. Actual values may vary depending on the specific ingredients and brands used, portion sizes, and individual cooking methods. This information is not intended to provide medical or nutritional advice, and we recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional or nutritionist for specific dietary needs.
Nutrition
Calories: 608kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 205mg | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 369mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 7mg
