Description
Creamy Senegalese Peanut Stew recipe that warms your soul with rich flavors. This hearty dish combines beef, peanut butter, and spices for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Stew Beef, cut into smaller pieces
- 1/2 cup Peanut Butter, smooth or crunchy
- 1 large Red Bell Pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Beef Bouillon Powder
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, adjust to taste
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
- 2 cups Water or broth
- 1 cup Stock/Broth
Instructions
- Wash stew beef under cold water, cut into small pieces for even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat, add beef with black pepper and salt, sauté for 8-10 minutes until browned.
- Chop onions and red bell pepper, add to the pan with beef, sauté for an additional 3 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for about 5 minutes to deepen flavor.
- Pour in water and stock, sprinkle in beef bouillon powder and cayenne pepper, bring to a boil then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in peanut butter, cook for an additional 2-5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot, pairing with cauliflower rice or your favorite side.
Notes
- If using a slow cooker, brown the beef first and cook on high for 4 hours.
- This Senegalese Peanut Stew is naturally gluten-free and keto-friendly.
- Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spice level.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: West African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Senegalese Peanut Stew, Mafe, West African Peanut Stew, Beef Stew, Peanut Butter Stew, Creamy Stew