Name: Hearty African Peanut Stew Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: African
Ingredients: 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter; 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced; 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk; 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 large yellow onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 2 cups fresh spinach or kale; 2 tablespoons oil (for sautéing)

Description

This Hearty African Peanut Stew is a comforting, rich, and flavorful dish featuring creamy peanut butter, tender sweet potatoes, and vibrant greens simmered in a fragrant coconut milk and vegetable broth base. Perfect for a nourishing meal, it brings together aromatic spices and wholesome ingredients to create a satisfying vegan stew inspired by traditional African flavors.

Ingredients

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Stew Ingredients

1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cups fresh spinach or kale
2 tablespoons oil (for sautéing)

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Instructions

Prepare the base: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 minutes, to build a sweet and savory foundation for the stew.
Add aromatics: Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, and paprika, cooking briefly until fragrant, which should take about 1 minute. This step brings out the complex flavors of the spices.
Cook sweet potatoes: Add diced sweet potatoes to the pot and sauté for an additional 4 minutes, allowing them to start softening and absorb the spice flavors.
Simmer the stew: Pour in the vegetable broth and full-fat coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to meld all the ingredients together and soften the sweet potatoes thoroughly.
Incorporate peanut butter: Stir in the peanut butter until it is fully combined and smooth within the stew, providing a rich texture and nutty flavor that defines this dish.
Add greens: Add fresh spinach or kale, stirring and cooking until wilted, about 2 minutes, adding freshness and nutritional value to the stew.
Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the stew and adjust seasoning as needed with salt or pepper. Serve hot, ideally accompanied by rice or crusty bread for a hearty meal.

Notes

For a thicker stew, simmer longer to reduce the liquid.
You can substitute kale with collard greens or chard if preferred.
Adding a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne pepper will give the stew a spicy kick.
Use natural peanut butter without added sugar or salt for a healthier option.
This stew is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.