How To Make Ugandan Groundnut Stew

groundnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Peanuts are more affordable and provide similar flavor.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: low-fat coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Low-fat coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Homemade stock enhances flavor without added cost.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale offers similar nutrients and is often less expensive.

Place ground nuts in a heavy pan, add a little water and salt, and mix well.

Roast ground nuts for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently until they stop popping and the water has dried out.

Grind the roasted ground nuts into a paste, adding water as needed to achieve a smooth consistency.

Add the groundnut paste to a pot with water and stir well.

Cook the mixture for about 30 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent it from spilling over.

Add salt and spices to taste during cooking, being careful not to add too much to avoid curdling.

After about 2 hours of cooking, the groundnut stew is ready when the paste floats on top and the aroma is strong.

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