Recipe Method

1. Prepare a braai for direct cooking over medium heat (180-230°C). Warm a medium-sized potjie pot over the fire and add the oil.  (This recipe could also be cooked in a large pot over the stove).
2. Add the beef to the pot and brown for 5-7 minutes, stirring regularly.
3. Add the diced onions and fry for 2-3 minutes until soft and caramelised.
4. Dice the tomatoes and add them to the pot with the garlic, chilli, cinnamon stick, salt and pepper. Fry for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the brown onion soup powder, tomato paste and sugar.
5. Add 2 cups of water and stir. Cover the potjie pot with the lid and simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring regularly.
6. Add the potatoes and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are soft and tender and the sauce is thick. Add more water if the sauce thickens too quickly.
7. Garnish the tomato bredie potjie with chopped parsley and serve with rice.