African Peanut Stew Recipe

Name: African Peanut Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1- 1/4 pound Pork Meat; 2 Tablespoons Peanut Oil; 2 whole Onions, Chopped; 3/4 cups Peanut Butter; 1 pinch Salt; 1 pinch Pepper; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Cumin; 3/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1 can (14 Oz. Size) Tomatoes; 3- 1/4 cups Broth; 1 Tablespoon Dried Marjoram; 1 whole Lime, Sliced; 3 Tablespoons Peanuts, Chopped

Servings: persons

1- 1/4 pound Pork Meat
2 Tablespoons Peanut Oil
2 whole Onions, Chopped
3/4 cups Peanut Butter
1 pinch Salt
1 pinch Pepper
1- 1/2 Tablespoon Cumin
3/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1 can (14 Oz. Size) Tomatoes
3- 1/4 cups Broth
1 Tablespoon Dried Marjoram
1 whole Lime, Sliced
3 Tablespoons Peanuts, Chopped

1
Cut the meat into thin strips.
2
Heat a large pot over high heat.
3
When its hot, drizzle in the peanut oil.
4
Swirl the oil around the pot, throw in the meat strips and cook them for a few minutes until nice and brown.
5
When its cooked, remove it to a separate bowl and set aside.
6
Keep the pot over high heat and drizzle in a little more peanut oil.
7
Throw in the onions.
8
Dont be afraid of the junk in the bottom of the pan.
9
Stir the onions around for approximately a minute.
10
Add the peanut butter and season with salt, pepper, cumin and cayenne pepper.
11
Then add the tomatoes and the broth and bring it to a boil.
12
Put the lid on and let it simmer on medium-low heat for about 40 minutes.
13
Just before the end of the cooking time, add the marjoram and if necessary some more of the other spices.
14
Sprinkle with some chopped peanuts and garnish with lime slices, serve and enjoy!

583

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 1/4 pound Pork Meat, 2 Tablespoons Peanut Oil, 2 whole Onions, Chopped, 3/4 cups Peanut Butter, and more.

Yes, African Peanut Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

African Peanut Stew

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