Follow these steps for perfect results
ground beef
onions
minced
canned tomatoes
sugar
curry powder
vinegar
salt
bananas
hard, sliced
apple
peeled, cored, diced
apricot jam
slivered almonds
tomato juice
for thinning
Brown the ground beef in a large pan.
Drain off any excess fat from the browned beef.
Add minced onions, canned tomatoes, sugar, curry powder, vinegar, and salt to the pan with the beef.
Stir in sliced bananas, diced apple, and apricot jam.
Simmer the mixture gently, stirring frequently, for 30 minutes.
If the mixture becomes too thick, add tomato juice to thin it out.
Serve the Babootie over warm cooked rice.
Garnish with slivered almonds before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Add a pinch of chili flakes for extra heat.
Use different types of fruit such as raisins or cranberries for a variation.
Top with a custard before baking for a richer dish.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 min
Can be made a day in advance.
Serve in a bowl with rice and garnish with almonds.
Serve with chutney or relish.
Offer a side of steamed vegetables.
A South African red wine.
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A traditional Cape Malay dish often served at celebrations.
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