Rustic Guinean Braised Beef Bake

Assemble the ingredients: beef, chili, flour, bay leaf, cinnamon, tomato, garlic.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the beef and cook until braised.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Guinean flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Guinean accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.