Romazava (Malagasy Beef and Greens Stew)

Name: Romazava (Malagasy Beef and Greens Stew)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Madagascar
Ingredients: 2 lb beef, cubed; 4 cups anamalao or substitute mustard greens, chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp grated ginger; 2 tbsp oil; 4 cups water or stock; Salt to taste

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6 servings20 min prep50 min cookMedium Madagascar

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Romazava (Malagasy Beef and Greens Stew)

Story updated September 17, 2026

Romazava, a stew of beef and leafy greens (often including the peppery anamalaho herb), is considered Madagascar's national dish, reflecting the island's blend of African, Southeast Asian, and Arab culinary influences from its complex settlement history. It's traditionally served over rice, the staple that anchors nearly every Malagasy meal.

Ingredients

Scale:· 6 servings

2 lb beef, cubed
4 cups anamalao or substitute mustard greens, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp grated ginger
2 tbsp oil
4 cups water or stock
Salt to taste

Instructions

1Heat oil in a pot and brown the beef on all sides.
2Add onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until softened.
3Add tomatoes and cook until they break down into a sauce.
4Pour in water or stock, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 30-35 minutes until the beef is tender.
5Add the chopped greens and simmer 10-15 more minutes until wilted and tender.
6Season with salt and serve with steamed rice.

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