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Vegan Peanut Butter Stew

Cultural Context

Originating from West Africa, particularly Nigeria, Peanut Butter Stew (or Groundnut Stew) is a beloved dish that showcases the use of peanuts in local cuisine. Traditionally made with meat, the vegan adaptation celebrates the rich, nutty flavor of peanuts combined with vegetables. This hearty stew is often served with rice or fufu and is a staple in many households. Today, it has gained popularity beyond its roots, embraced by those seeking plant-based meals worldwide.

NigerianNGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 medium bell pepper
2 medium carrots
2 medium sweet potatoes
4 cups vegetable broth
1 can (14.5 oz) canned tomatoes
4 cups spinach
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup chopped coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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 offers similar creaminess with less saturated fat.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash offers a similar sweetness with fewer calories.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock enhances flavor without added cost.

1

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering

2

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes

3

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute

4

Add diced bell pepper, carrots, and sweet potatoes; cook for 5 minutes

5

Pour in vegetable broth and canned tomatoes; bring to a boil

6

Reduce heat and stir in peanut butter until fully combined

7

Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until vegetables are tender

8

Stir in spinach and coconut milk; cook until spinach wilts, about 3 minutes

9

Add lime juice, chopped coriander, salt, and black pepper to taste

10

Serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringmixing

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Groundnut StewPeanut Soup

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