Spicy Potato & Peanut Stew With Chickpeas Recipe

Name: Spicy Potato & Peanut Stew With Chickpeas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 6 cups potatoes, peeled and chopped; 3 cups onions, diced; 1 cup celery, sliced; 3 -4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 3 -3 ½ teaspoons coriander; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste); 3 cups vegetable stock; 2 cups water; 2 ½ tablespoons ginger, minced; 1 teaspoon ginger, minced; 2 tablespoons natural-style peanut butter; 2 cups canned chick-peas, drained & rinsed; 4 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed; cilantro, chopped for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 cups potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 cups onions, diced
1 cup celery, sliced
3 -4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
3 -3 ½ teaspoons coriander
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
3 cups vegetable stock
2 cups water
2 ½ tablespoons ginger, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
2 tablespoons natural-style peanut butter
2 cups canned chick-peas, drained & rinsed
4 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
cilantro, chopped for garnish (optional)

1
Heat oil in a large pot on medium heat then add oil, garlic, salt, cumin seeds, ground coriander, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
2
Stir then add potatoes, onion, and celery.
3
Stir to combine.
4
Cook for 6 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes.
5
Add stock, water and 2 1/2 Tbsp of minced ginger (reserving remaining 1 tsp) Stir to combine and increase heat to bring mixture to a boil.
6
Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 18 minutes, or until potatoes are softened.
7
Stir in remaing ginger and peanut butter.
8
Add chickpeas and lime juice and stir well.
9
Recover and simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes.
10
Place into serving bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
11
Serve with crusty grain buns and humus.

682

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 6 cups potatoes, peeled and chopped, 3 cups onions, diced, 1 cup celery, sliced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Potato & Peanut Stew With Chickpeas 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!

Spicy Potato & Peanut Stew With Chickpeas

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