Ostrich stew is a stew prepared using ostrich meat as a primary ingredient. [1] It is a part of South African cuisine, [1] [2] and is served in many places and restaurants in Oudtshoorn, South Africa. [3] The meat can be diced into cubes, [4] and leg meat from the ostrich is sometimes used. [5] Additional ingredients can include vegetables such as onion, celery, carrots, tomatoes, soup stock and wine. [4] [5]