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Nut Free West African Peanut Stew

Nut Free West African Peanut Stew

The ultimate comfort food, this Nut Free West African Peanut Stew combines wholesome ingredients for a creamy and satisfying experience. Packed with flavor and nutrition, it’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Make it tonight and enjoy a taste of West Africa!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: African
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp grapeseed oil
  • 1 medium red or yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 inch ginger minced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper seeded & diced
  • 1/2 medium jalapeño seeded & diced
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp whole coriander seed
  • 1 medium sweet potato cubed
  • 1 medium Yukon gold potato cubed
  • 1 14-oz diced tomatoes or 3 ripe diced tomatoes
  • 4-6 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 can unripe jackfruit chunks halved
  • 2 cups cooked kidney beans or 1 can
  • 1 1/2 tbsp vegetable bouillon paste skip if using veggie broth
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp harissa paste optional
  • 1/2-1 cup sunflower seed butter
  • 1 tsp sea salt more to taste
  • 1 bunch collard greens sliced into thin ribbons
  • to taste black pepper
  • to taste cilantro
  • to taste fresh lime
  • to serve cooked rice

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Warm grapeseed oil in a large pot on medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onions, garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and jalapeño, plus a pinch of salt and sauté until onions are translucent.
  3. Add the cumin and coriander, and stir. Cook for another 30 seconds or so.
  4. Add the sweet potato, Yukon gold potato, tomatoes, the water or broth, bouillon, jackfruit, and beans.
  5. Bring to a simmer and add the bouillon paste.
  6. Cook with the lid ajar for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender but not mushy.
  7. Add the smoked paprika and harissa if using, and stir well.
  8. Stir in the sunflower seed butter. Add up to 1 cup if you'd like it very thick.
  9. Then add the salt.
  10. Lastly, add the collard greens and cook another 5 minutes until they are bright green and tender.
  11. Season to taste with more salt if necessary. Serve with black pepper, cilantro, and lime over rice.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze the stew for up to 3 months. Just make sure to let it cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers.
  • Tip 3: This stew pairs beautifully with warm naan or crusty bread for dipping.
  • Tip 4: Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots, zucchini, or kale to increase the nutritional value.
  • Tip 5: For a more protein-packed version, consider adding chickpeas or tofu for additional texture and heartiness.
  • Tip 6: Top with toasted seeds or nuts for added crunch and flavor.
  • Tip 7: Experiment with different spices like curry powder or turmeric to create variations in flavor.