Ugandan Groundnut Stew

Ugandan Groundnut Stew, also known as Maafe, is a popular dish in West Africa and is often served with rice or fufu.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Ugandan Groundnut Stew

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: African Cuisine, Ugandan Cuisine Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish, Stew Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Peanut Butter
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 medium Sweet Potato
• 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
• 4 cup Vegetable Stock
• 2 tablespoon Groundnut Powder
• 2 cup Spinach
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until onions are translucent.
2. Add sweet potatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
3. Stir in tomato paste and groundnut powder. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Stir in peanut butter until well combined.
6. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 8g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.