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Mafe Nama

Cultural Context

Mafe Nama, a beloved dish from Guinea, reflects the rich culinary traditions of West Africa. This hearty peanut stew is often made with chicken and a variety of vegetables, showcasing the region's reliance on groundnuts as a staple ingredient. Traditionally served with rice, Mafe Nama is a communal dish, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. Today, it has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in many West African communities and even in international cuisine, adapting to local tastes while maintaining its comforting essence.

West AfricanGNmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
150 ml palm oil
3 onions
5 fresh tomatoes
salt
African eggplants
Bonga fish
soumbala (Néré seeds)
yellow pepper
scallions

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: natural almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Sunflower seed butter is often less expensive and nut-free.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a plant-based option, while pork can be more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often cheaper and has a neutral flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth can be healthier and more flavorful.

1

Heat 150 ml of palm oil in a pot.

2

Finely chop 3 onions and add them to the pot, allowing them to brown.

3

Add 5 fresh tomatoes to the pot and mix well.

4

Incorporate African eggplants and yellow pepper into the mixture.

5

Grind the soumbala (Néré seeds) and add it to the pot.

6

Add Bonga fish to the mixture and stir everything together.

7

Season with salt to taste and optionally add a seasoning cube.

8

Mix thoroughly until everything is well combined.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringmixing

Equipment Needed

potmortar and pestleknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

MaféMafféMafe

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