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HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN PEANUT BUTTER STEW (DOMODA/MAAFÉ) | FAMOUS WEST AFRICAN DISH! 😍🥜🇬🇲

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Domoda

Cultural Context

Domoda is a beloved dish in The Gambia, traditionally made with ground peanuts and various meats or vegetables. It reflects the country's agricultural roots, where peanuts are a staple crop. Often served during family gatherings or special occasions, this hearty stew is cherished for its rich, nutty flavor and comforting texture. Today, Domoda has gained popularity beyond Gambian borders, with variations appearing in other West African cuisines, celebrating the versatility of peanuts.

GambianGMmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups carrots, diced
2 cups sweet potatoes, diced
2 cups Irish potatoes, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, diced
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 cup peanut butter
2 cups water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free alternative with similar texture.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu offers a plant-based option while pork can be less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth enhances flavor without added cost.

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash maintains sweetness and nutrition.

1

Chop the onions, carrots, sweet pepper, and Irish potato into chunks.

2

Pound the onions in water to create a paste.

3

Add the chopped vegetables to the beef in a pot.

4

Add tomato paste to the mixture and stir.

5

Add peanut butter and water to lighten it for stewing with the meat.

6

Strain the peanut butter mixture to remove any particles.

7

Add the harder vegetables first, starting with carrots, then sweet potato, and Irish potato.

8

Season with salt and vinegar for flavor.

9

Cook everything together until done, approximately 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

roastingblendingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

skilletlarge potblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Groundnut StewPeanut Stew

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