West African Peanut & Sweet Potato Stew
Experience the soul-warming flavors of a traditional Maafe, a rich and velvety peanut-based stew that is both creamy and savory. This Week 44 recommendation is the perfect comfort meal for autumn, offering a unique blend of nutty depth and vibrant spices that will transform your dinner routine.
In short
West African Peanut & Sweet Potato Stew takes about 50 minutes (15 min prep, 35 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 13 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless600 g
- Smooth peanut butter150 g
- Sweet potato, cubed1 large
- Onion, finely chopped1 stk
- Garlic cloves, minced3 stk
- Fresh ginger, grated1 tbsp
- Tomato paste2 tbsp
- Canned crushed tomatoes400 g
- Chicken or vegetable stock500 ml
- Fresh kale or spinach100 g
- Cooking oil2 tbsp
- Salt and black pepperto taste
- Cooked white rice for serving4 portions
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 2
Add the chicken pieces to the pot, seasoning with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. If making a vegetarian version, you can substitute chicken with chickpeas.
- 3
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor. Add the peanut butter, crushed tomatoes, and stock. Whisk gently to ensure the peanut butter fully incorporates into a smooth sauce.
- 4
Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the sauce has thickened.
- 5
Stir in the kale or spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve the rich stew hot over a bed of fluffy white rice.
Questions and answers
How long does West African Peanut & Sweet Potato Stew take?
About 50 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 35 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 13 ingredients: Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, Smooth peanut butter, Sweet potato, cubed, Onion, finely chopped, Garlic cloves, minced, Fresh ginger, grated …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
