Mtori (East African Stew) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 lbs short rib of beef, cut into 3-inch lengths (a whole chicken can be substituted)
1 quart water
2 teaspoons salt
3 medium ripe plantains, peeled and sliced into rounds 1/4-inch thick
3 medium boiling potatoes, peeled and quartered, then placed in a bowl of cold water to prevent discoloration
2 medium size onions, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon butter

Preparation

Combine ribs, water and salt in heavy 3-4 qt casserole and bring to boil over high heat, skimming off foam and scum.
Reduce heat to low and simmer partially covered, 1 and 1/2 hours.
Add plantains, drained potatoes and onions and simmer for 30 minutes or until meat is tender and potatoes are mashed easily.
With tongs, transfer short ribs to a plate.
Remove bones, cut fat off.
Cut meat into 1/2\" pieces.
Puree soup return to casserole.
Stir in butter and meat and simmer to reheat.
Serve in soup plates.