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Mafé Fish

Cultural Context

Originating from Senegal, Mafé Fish is a beloved dish that showcases the rich culinary traditions of West Africa. Traditionally, it is made with a flavorful peanut sauce that embodies the region's agricultural bounty. This dish is often served during special occasions and family gatherings, reflecting communal values in Senegalese culture. Today, Mafé has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in many West African and global kitchens, often incorporating different proteins and vegetables to suit local tastes.

SenegaleseSNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup savoy cabbage, chopped
1 cup tomato puree
3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
1 cup yellow pepper, chopped
1 lb mackerel fillets
1 teaspoon dried chili flakes
1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs
1 medium sweet potato, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 long shallots, chopped
2 cups warm water

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 healthier fats, while sunflower seed butter is often less expensive.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and water with seasoning is cost-effective.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Spinach adds nutrients, while dried herbs are economical.

1

Put 4 spoons of peanut butter inside a pot of warm water and stir.

2

Squeeze tomato puree onto a spoon and add it to the casserole dish.

3

Press down your thumbs on the yellow pepper and rip it open, removing the seeds.

4

Tear the yellow pepper into little parts and add them to the pot.

5

Add dried chili flakes to the pot, being careful not to get any in your eyes.

6

Add dried mixed herbs to the pot.

7

Add chopped peeled sweet potato to the pot, which was prepared earlier.

8

Mix all the ingredients in the pot together.

9

Add savoy cabbage to the pot.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringmixing

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanutsfish

Also Known As

MaféMafé de Poisson

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