Malian Peanut and Vegetable Stew
A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender vegetables simmered in a rich peanut sauce, a staple in Malian cuisine that is both comforting and nutritious.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 large, chopped Onion
- 4 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 large, diced Green bell pepper
- 1 large, peeled and diced Sweet potato
- 2 medium, peeled and diced Carrots
- 1/2 small head, chopped Cabbage
- 400 g, crushed Tomatoes
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup, natural, unsweetened Peanut butter
- 1/2 chopped (optional, for heat) Habanero pepper
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- for garnish Chopped peanuts
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
💡 Tip: Don't rush this step; well-sautéed onions build a great flavor base. - 2
Add minced garlic and diced green bell pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Stir in the diced sweet potato and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and peanut butter. Stir well to combine, ensuring the peanut butter is fully incorporated.
💡 Tip: Using natural, unsweetened peanut butter is recommended for authentic flavor. - 5
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the sweet potatoes and carrots are tender.
💡 Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. - 6
Add the chopped cabbage and habanero pepper (if using). Stir well and continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 20-30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the stew has thickened.
💡 Tip: Adjust simmering time based on desired tenderness of the cabbage and thickness of the stew. - 7
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with chopped peanuts.
💡 Tip: Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a spicier stew, add more habanero or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- ✓This stew can be made with various vegetables like okra, spinach, or kale.
- ✓It's delicious served over rice or with a side of fufu.
🔄 Variations
- Add chunks of chicken, beef, or lamb for a meatier stew.
- Incorporate other root vegetables like yams or cassava.