Peanut Stew

Savor the rich and comforting flavors of Peanut Stew, a hearty, plant-based dish inspired by West African cuisine. This vibrant one-pot recipe blends creamy peanut butter, tender sweet potatoes, and fresh spinach in a luscious tomato-based broth seasoned with warm spices like cumin and paprika. With its balance of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy notes, this stew is perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep. Ready in under an hour and garnished with fresh cilantro and roasted peanuts for added crunch and brightness, it pairs beautifully with rice or bread. Packed with wholesome ingredients and vibrant flavors, this peanut butter stew is a nourishing twist on global comfort food. Keywords: Peanut Stew, West African-inspired, peanut butter recipes, plant-based stew, hearty dinner ideas, vegan one-pot recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 3 cups spinach, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped (for garnish)
• 2 cups cooked rice or bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste, ground cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 5

Stir in the sweet potatoes, carrots, canned diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the creamy peanut butter with a ladle of the hot broth from the pot until smooth.

Step 8

Stir the peanut butter mixture back into the pot and mix well. Let it simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes.

Step 9

Add the chopped spinach to the stew and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 10

Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

Serve the peanut stew warm, garnished with chopped cilantro and roasted peanuts.

Step 12

Optional: Serve with cooked rice or bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2606.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2299.3

Total Fat 104.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6068.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.0g	0%
Total Sugars 56.2g
Protein 77.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 713.8mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 6169.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 47.9%