Groundnut Stew (Maafe)

West African peanut and tomato stew. Creamy, rich and filling.

Ingredients

• 600 g chicken or beef
• 4 tbsp peanut butter
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tin (410 g) tomatoes
• 2 sweet potatoes or potatoes
• 1 chilli (optional)
• 1 stock cube
• 2 tbsp oil

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Method

1. Brown the meat in oil, then add the onion and garlic.
2. Add the tomatoes, chilli, stock and 500 ml water and simmer 20 minutes.
3. Stir in the peanut butter and potatoes and simmer 25 minutes more until thick.
4. Serve with rice or pap.

Cheaper swaps & tips

• Leave out the meat and add chickpeas for a vegan version.

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