AFRICAN STEW

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Peanuts are an important part of many African cuisines. Combined with sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and kale, they give this stew a power punch of nutrients and great flavor. Serve with rice or bread and a salad.

Provided by Larry Benish

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
4 cups vegetable stock, divided
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups peeled and diced sweet potatoes
1 cup chickpeas, drained
1 cup uncooked brown rice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup peanut butter
2 cups chopped kale, stems removed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable stock, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add remaining stock, sweet potatoes, chickpeas, brown rice, and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover the stew. Simmer until sweet potatoes and rice are tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Combine peanut butter with 1/2 cup of the liquid from the stew. Stir into a smooth paste.
  • Add the peanut butter mixture and kale to the stew. Cook until kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, soy sauce, and hot pepper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.8 calories, Carbohydrate 77.6 g, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 983.9 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

Andrej Kocev
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover meat. I used some leftover chicken and it turned out great.


Daniel Gallegos
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I love that this stew can be made in the slow cooker. It's so easy to just throw everything in and let it cook all day.


Noman Creation (Veer)
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This stew is the perfect meal for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting, and it fills you up.


Dooyum Tile
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I've made this stew several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a potluck or a party.


Malik Gray
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it!


J Lall
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this stew was just the right amount of heat. It was flavorful without being overwhelming.


Shekhinah Haks
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This stew is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are just incredible.


Muscab Muscab boy
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I made this stew for my friends and they all raved about it. It's definitely a keeper!


Hussein Ali
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This stew is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can make it in my slow cooker.


Bawar Khan
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I've made this stew several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


sojib ahmed 43
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some carrots, celery, and green beans and it turned out great!


neil Chalmers
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I'm not a big fan of stews, but this one changed my mind! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect.


amhar azward
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This stew is absolutely delicious! The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Paige Polegato
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Adeyoju Nifemi
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This is my new favorite stew recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love that I can customize it to my own liking by adding different vegetables or spices.


Muhammad Usaim
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out perfectly. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the cooking time was accurate.


Elizabeth Walker
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This African stew was a hit with my family! The combination of spices and vegetables created a rich and flavorful dish that everyone enjoyed. I especially loved the addition of sweet potatoes, which added a touch of sweetness to the stew.