Add Peanut Butter into your Meat Stew | West African Mafé 🥜

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

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

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Chickpeas are a budget-friendly protein alternative.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce costs while still providing moisture.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cabbage is a more economical vegetable option.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant.

Add diced potatoes and carrots; cook until softened.

Stir in tomato paste and peanut butter until well combined.

Add chicken thighs, coating them with the sauce.

Pour in water and add bullion; bring to a simmer.

Season with cayenne, salt, and pepper; add bay leaf.

Cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through.

Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.

Adjust seasoning as needed; simmer for an additional time.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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