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How to make Maafe! | Peanut stew from West Africa!

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Maafe

Cultural Context

Originating from the Sahel region of West Africa, Maafe is a beloved dish that showcases the region's agricultural bounty, particularly peanuts. Traditionally, it is a communal meal often served during family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing hospitality and abundance. Today, Maafe has gained global popularity, with variations found in many West African countries, each adding their unique twist to this hearty stew.

West AfricanNGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 green onions
2 cups bell peppers
2 cups tomatoes
1 large onion
4 cloves garlic
2 cups carrots
2 tablespoons sunflower seed oil
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 cup peanut butter
2 cups water
2 cups potatoes
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon powdered ginger
for serving: 2 cups white rice

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

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter provides a similar nutty flavor with less saturated fat.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu offers a plant-based protein option, while pork is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily at home.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Paprika adds color and flavor without the heat of cayenne.

1

Welcome viewers and introduce the dish, mafe, a traditional peanut stew from West Africa.

2

Mention that the recipe can vary based on available ingredients and personal preferences.

3

Prepare the base seasoning by blending green onion, peppers, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and carrot until finely chopped.

4

Add sunflower seed oil to a pot and heat it up.

5

Incorporate tomato paste into the pot with the oil.

6

Add the blended seasoning base to the pot and mix well, noting the aroma.

7

Add peanut butter to the mixture, ensuring to use a thicker variety and not creamy peanut butter.

8

Add a little water to help mix the peanut butter into the sauce, stirring to combine.

9

Cut potatoes and carrots into medium-sized chunks for even cooking and add them to the pot.

10

Stir the mixture regularly, watching for bubbling and frothing as it cooks down.

11

Season the stew with bay leaves and salt, while rice is cooking in a rice cooker.

12

Add the cut vegetables to the pot and stir them in, covering the pot semi to let it simmer.

13

Continue to monitor the stew as it bubbles and thickens, being cautious of splatters.

14

Add red chili flakes, black pepper, and powdered ginger to taste, adjusting based on preference.

15

Check the consistency of the mafe; it should be thick and ready to serve when darkened in color.

16

Prepare a serving dish with a bed of white rice, fluffing it up before serving.

17

Serve the mafe on top of the rice, ensuring to include soft vegetables, and explain communal eating practices.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingsimmering

Equipment Needed

blenderpotrice cookercutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Groundnut StewPeanut Stew

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