Description
This African Peanut Stew is a comforting and flavorful vegan dish that combines the richness of peanut butter with a blend of spices and hearty vegetables. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
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Main Stew:
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cups chopped kale or spinach
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro
- Chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Heat coconut oil in a large pot, sauté onion until translucent, add garlic and ginger, then spices.
- Cook the Stew: Add sweet potato, bell pepper, tomatoes, chickpeas, peanut butter, and broth. Simmer until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in kale or spinach, season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and peanuts. Serve hot.
Notes
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or flatbread for a heartier meal.
- You can adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing the cayenne pepper.
- This stew stores well and tastes even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
