Best 5 African Pork And Peanut Stew Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of African cuisine, where flavors dance and spices ignite your taste buds. Discover the delectable "African Pork and Peanut Stew," a dish that celebrates the vibrant tapestry of African culinary traditions. With its savory blend of tender pork, creamy peanuts, aromatic spices, and the warmth of tomatoes, this stew is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your senses and transport you to the bustling markets and vibrant kitchens of Africa.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

AFRICAN PORK AND PEANUT STEW



African Pork and Peanut Stew image

Serve with the chopped cilantro and peanuts on top. If desired, pass additional red pepper flakes on the side

Provided by Gaelige Coinnaigh

Categories     Stew

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
2 lbs boneless pork butt, cut into 1 in cubes
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup unsalted peanuts, shelled

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoons of the oil on high heat. When hot, add the pork cubes and cook until soft. Stir in the garlic, curry powder, coriander, cumin, and crushed red pepper. Cook 1 minute. Add ginger, cinnamon, bay leaf, salt, chicken broth, and tomato paste.
  • Bring liquid to a boil, cover and simmer on low for 45 minutes. Add peanut butter and blend well. Cook stew another 3 minutes, uncovered to blend.
  • Stir in chopped tomato and bell pepper. Simmer 2-3 minutes, just until the vegetables soften but still retain shape.
  • Before serving, taste to correct seasonings; You may wish to add a final splash of lemon juice to refresh the flavors.

WEST AFRICAN PEANUT STEW



West African Peanut Stew image

A hearty stew that's super-easy to make and great for peanut butter lovers. Can be made vegetarian or with chicken. In a pinch, feel free to use vegetable or corn oil for peanut oil, powdered ginger for fresh, water for stock, etc. Kale works well in place of collard greens.

Provided by km1312

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
1 pound chicken, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
5 cups chicken stock
3 small sweet potatoes, cut into chunks
1 (16 ounce) can chopped tomatoes, with liquid
¼ pound collard greens, roughly chopped
1 cup chunky peanut butter

Steps:

  • Heat the peanut oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; cook and stir the onion, garlic, and ginger in the hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken; cook and stir until completely browned. Season with the crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Pour the chicken stock over the mixture. Stir the sweet potatoes into the liquid and bring the mixture to a boil; reduce heat to low, cover the pot partially with a lid, and cook at a simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir the tomatoes, collard greens, and peanut butter into the soup. Partially cover the pot again and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, another 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 730.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 70.1 mg, Fat 43.8 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 45.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 1470.3 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

GAMBIAN-INSPIRED GROUNDNUT STEW (DOMODA) RECIPE BY TASTY



Gambian-Inspired Groundnut Stew (Domoda) Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: vegetable oil, boneless chicken breast, medium yellow onion, garlic, creamy peanut butter, kosher salt, paprika, adobo seasoning, black pepper, cayenne pepper, tomato sauce, water, pumpkin, baking potato, large carrot, habanero pepper, jasmine rice

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 17

¼ cup vegetable oil, or palm oil, divided, plus 1 tablespoon
1 lb boneless chicken breast, or thighs, pork, beef or tofu, cut into 1 in cubes
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups tomato sauce
2 cups water
2 cups pumpkin, or butternut squash, cut into 1 in (2.5 cm) pieces
1 baking potato, cut into 1 in (2.5 cm) pieces
1 large carrot, sliced into 1/4 in (6 mm) rounds
1 habanero pepper
jasmine rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken and brown on all sides, 8-10 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.
  • Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook for 4-6 minutes, until softened and the onion is translucent and the garlic is beginning to brown.
  • Stir in the peanut butter until melted, about 1 minute.
  • Add the salt, paprika, adobo seasoning, black pepper, cayenne pepper, remaining ¼ cup vegetable oil and tomato sauce. Mix well to combine with the peanut butter.
  • Add the water, pumpkin, potato, carrot, the browned chicken, and the habanero and stir to combine. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for 10 minutes. Stir, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 35 minutes more, until the vegetables are tender and the stew is thickened.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and remove the habanero pepper.
  • Serve the stew hot over jasmine rice.
  • Enjoy!

AFRICAN PEANUT SWEET POTATO STEW



African Peanut Sweet Potato Stew image

Back when I was in college, my mom made an addicting sweet potato and peanut stew. I shared it with friends, and now all of us serve it to our own kids. They all love it, of course. -Alexis Scatchell, Niles, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
3 garlic cloves, halved
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup water
8 cups chopped fresh kale
Chopped peanuts and additional cilantro leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Place the first 8 ingredients in a food processor; process until pureed. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; stir in sweet potatoes, beans and water., Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until potatoes are tender, adding kale during the last 30 minutes. If desired, top each serving with chopped peanuts and additional cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 624mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

WEST AFRICAN-STYLE PEANUT STEW WITH CHICKEN



West African-Style Peanut Stew with Chicken image

African-inspired spices infuse the peanut butter and tomato base of this hearty one-pot stew starring chicken, sweet potatoes, and collard greens. This recipe, which appeared in Allrecipes magazine's Dec/Jan 2020 issue, comes from Ellie's new cookbook, "Whole in One: Complete, Healthy Meals in a Single Pot, Sheet Pan, or Skillet". This keeps up to 4 days, chilled in an airtight container.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt, divided
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
2 cups diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes with juices
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
½ bunch collard greens, tough ribs removed and leaves chopped
2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
⅓ cup natural peanut butter
6 tablespoons chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and the black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken; cook until no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes, then transfer to a plate. Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and remaining chicken.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pot and reduce heat to medium. Add onion; cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring, 30 seconds.
  • Stir in broth, tomatoes, sweet potato, collard greens, and red bell peppers; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, partially covered, until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Return chicken and accumulated juices to the pot. Return to a boil, then stir in peanut butter; simmer until incorporated and chicken is cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 61.2 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 702.1 mg, Sugar 11 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality pork: Opt for pork shoulder or pork butt, as these cuts are flavorful and tender when cooked slowly.
  • Brown the pork before stewing: This step adds depth of flavor to the stew and helps to prevent the pork from becoming dry.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, texture, and nutrients to the stew. Some good choices include carrots, potatoes, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
  • Don't skimp on the peanuts: Peanuts are a key ingredient in this stew, so be sure to use a generous amount. You can use either roasted or unsalted peanuts.
  • Add a bit of heat: If you like spicy food, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the stew.
  • Serve with rice or bread: This stew is traditionally served with rice, but it also goes well with bread or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

African pork and peanut stew is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of savory pork, creamy peanuts, and tender vegetables, this stew is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful stew, give this African pork and peanut stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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