West African Peanut Stew
By By: Chef Sam Gasbarro and HealthySchoolRecipes.com:
A hearty and flavorful stew made with peanuts, vegetables, and spices. A perfect comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced (grated)
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2.5 cups sweet potato, cubed, raw
- 1/2 cup unsweetened creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups vegetable/chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cooked frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained of excess water
- 1 ½ tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed (about 1 ½ limes)
- 4 ounces roasted peanuts
- Cilantro as garnish
Nutrients Per Serving
| Calories: | 520 |
|---|---|
| Fat: | 34 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 40 g |
| Cholesterol: | 0 mg |
| Protein: | 18 g |
| Sodium: | 590 mg |
Directions
- This recipe is adapted from a recipe for K-12 school food service created by Chef Sam Gasbarro and HealthySchoolRecipes.com. For the original volume food service recipe, visit PeanutsinSchools.org
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. After 2 minutes, add cumin and continue to cook for 2 more minutes. Stir together and cook until onion is translucent (about 5 minutes total).
- Add the tomato paste and stir until well distributed in onion mixture. Add the peanut butter and vegetable broth. Stir together then bring to a boil. Add sweet potato. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add the chopped spinach to the pot, stir, then continue -to cook for another 15 minutes. Using the back of the spoon, mash some of the sweet potato to help thicken the broth. Boil uncovered for 5 minutes. Stir in lime juice and peanuts right before service. Top with roasted peanuts and cilantro. Serve warm over steamed brown rice.
Nutrients Per Serving
| Calories: | 520 |
|---|---|
| Fat: | 34 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 40 g |
| Cholesterol: | 0 mg |
| Protein: | 18 g |
| Sodium: | 590 mg |
