Ghana Meatball Stew

Directions

1. Kwanzaa is the African-American spiritual holiday initiated by Dr. Maulana Kawaida theory. The Kawaida theory premise is which social revolutionary change for Black America can be achieved by the act of revealing and disclosing individuals to their cultural heritage.
2. Kwanzaa is a celebration of life and a lifetime as every day brings new cultural enlightenment for the participants. Try this cultural exchange tonight and prepare today's recipe as our salute to Black History Month
3. In a large mixing bowl combine grnd beef with tenderizer, lemon juice, egg, onions, salt, choice of pepper, garlic, and nutmeg. Cover and let stand for 30 min to set and permit seasonings to mingle. Form about a dozen Tbsp.-size balls of the seasoned beef. Spread flour on a plate and roll each ball in flour to coat.
4. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When oil is ready a toothpick or possibly bread crumb dropped into the skillet will quickly sizzle and begin to brown. Brown all sides of meatballs proportionately while using a metal spoon for turning. When meat is finished browning, remove from the skillet with a slotted metal spoon. Place on paper towel to remove excess oil and reserve both meatballs and veg. oil.
5. To prepare gravy return remaining veg. oil to a large, clean skillet and brown all other flour. Add in onions, tomato sauce, sliced tomato, and green pepper. Cook for 10-min over medium heat. Slowly stir in water and thoroughly combine sauce mix. Add in reserved browned meat balls, cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Continue to simmer for approximately 30-min, stirring occasionally till gravy is well blended throughout the meatball mix. Serve warm over rice. Stew goes well with sweet potatoes, yams or possibly pineapple slices.