African groundnut stew is a hearty, flavorful dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is made with a variety of ingredients, including peanuts, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices. The stew is typically served with rice, but it can also be eaten with other grains or vegetables. African groundnut stew is a delicious and nutritious meal that is perfect for any occasion. In this article, we will provide you with the best recipe to cook African groundnut stew. We will also discuss the history of the dish and its cultural significance. So, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this amazing African delicacy!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
WEST AFRICAN GROUNDNUT STEW (MOOSEWOOD)
This is from the excellent Moosewood Restaurant of NY. (Trying for the first time, will add to description once we know more) Reprinted from Sundays at Moosewood Restaurant, Copyright © 1990 by Moosewood, Inc. Simon and Schuster, publisher.
Provided by jordanpoling
Categories Stew
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sauté the onions in the oil for about 10 minutes. Stir in the cayenne and garlic and sauté for a couple more minutes. Add the cabbage and sweet potatoes and sauté, covered for a few minutes. Mix in the juices, salt, ginger, cilantro, and tomatoes. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender. Add the okra and simmer for 5 minutes more. Stir in the peanut butter, place the pan on a heat diffuser, and simmer gently until ready to serve. Add more juice or water if the stew is too thick.
WEST AFRICAN GROUNDNUT STEW (MAFE)
This is a yummy spicy stew, popular in Western Africa, particularly Senegal, Gambia, Mali and the Ivory Coast. Traditionally, it's made with black-eyed peas, but you can sub stew meat (usually chicken or beef) if you like! I was a little bit uncertain about the peanut butter, but it balanced the spiciness really well and gave the stew a creamy texture.
Provided by Stephanie Z.
Categories Stew
Time 1h20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Combine peanut butter and 1/4 cup water.
- Saute onion and green pepper in a little oil until soft, about 5 minutes.
- In a large pot, add black-eyed peas (or meat), peanuts, water, beef stock (or water), tomatoes, tomato paste, all vegetables, spices, and peanut butter mixture. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer on low heat for at least an hour, up to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. You may want to add more water to bring the stew to your desired consistency.
- Serve over rice. Garnish with bananas or pineapple.
AFRICAN SPINACH AND GROUNDNUT STEW (AKA PEANUT, KENYA/TANZANIA)
This is from "Best of Regional African Cooking". The original calls for 1/2 c. finely ground unsalted peanuts. That's too much work, so I substituted peanut butter. This is a very thick, rich vegetable side. It is not a stew like we think of stews in the US. My husband liked it, and it is the only spinach dish he will eat.
Provided by Debbie R.
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Saute onions and chili pepper in oil until onion is transparent.
- Add peanut butter and coconut milk slowly, stirring constantly until it comes to a boil. Add spinach. Salt to taste.
- Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes or until spinach is cooked.
CLAY POT AFRICAN GROUNDNUT STEW
This is based on a recipe from The Best of Clay Pot Cooking cookbook. The intro says, "In Africa, peanuts are called groundnuts and are often pounded to a paste and used in soups, stews, and sauces. Here, peanut butter, tomatoes, and spices combine to make a creamy, rich sauce for this beef stew. Serve it with steamed collard greens or kale or a leafy green salad."
Provided by mersaydees
Categories Stew
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large, 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat.
- Add half the beef and brown well on all sides.
- Place the meat in a soaked 3-quart clay pot.
- Brown remaining beef in additional 1 tablespoon oil. Add this batch to pot.
- Add the broth to the skillet and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Pour into a bowl and set aside.
- Place the skillet over medium-high heat and heat the remaining oil.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger, and saute for about 8 minutes, until the onions are translucent. Add the sauteed vegetables to the clay pot.
- Add the peanut butter, tomatoes, thyme, cinnamon, allspice, hot-pepper flakes, and lemon juice to the reserved broth, mixing until well combined. Add this to the pot and stir to coat meat and vegetables.
- Cover the pot and place it in a cold oven.
- Set the oven temperature to 450 degrees F and cook for 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and the sauce thick and creamy.
WEST AFRICAN-STYLE CHICKEN AND GROUNDNUT STEW
Soooo delicious during cold months! It's my personal favorite "comfort food!" The curry and "ground nut" (sugarless, unsalted peanut butter) combine to make a savory dish!
Provided by Cecilia Myers
Categories Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Heat the oil in a 5-quart Dutch oven. In batches, add the chicken and cook over medium-high heat, turning often, until browned on all sides, about 6 minutes per batch. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside. The goal is to Brown the meat, not fully cook it.
- 2. Add the onions to the Dutch oven and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Then add garlic, curry powder, thyme, bay leaves, salt and cayenne pepper. Stir for 1 minute, and then stir in the chicken broth and tomato sauce.
- 3. Return the chicken thighs to the Dutch oven and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover tightly, and simmer until the chicken shows no sign of pink at the bone when prodded with the tip of a sharp knife, about 45 minutes.
- 4. In a small bowl, blend the peanut butter with about 1 cup of the cooking liquid. Stir this mixture back into the sauce, and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.
- 5. Serve with rice and fried sweet plantains!
- 6. This is from the book "Kwanzaa" by Eric V. Copage.
AFRICAN GROUNDNUT STEW
Steps:
- 1. Heat olive oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery and saute until soft, about 5 min. 2. Add garlic, ginger, and curry powder and saute until fragrant; do not brown garlic. Add tomatoes and bay leaf and cook uncovered until tomatoes are slightly reduced, about 3 min. 3. Add the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and whisk in almond butter until blended. Add soybeans and cook until heated through, about 2 min. Stir in cilantro and spinich. Season with salt and pepper.
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your stew a more complex flavor and texture. Some good choices include tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, carrots, and spinach.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Groundnut stew is a great dish to experiment with, as it can handle a variety of flavors. Some good spices to try include cumin, coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Add some protein. Groundnut stew is traditionally made with chicken or beef, but you can also use tofu or beans. This will help to make the stew more filling and satisfying.
- Serve over rice or couscous. Groundnut stew is traditionally served over rice or couscous, which helps to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
African groundnut stew is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great source of protein, vegetables, and spices, and it can be easily customized to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give African groundnut stew a try!
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