Maafe
A rich, creamy stew made with a base of ground peanuts, tomatoes, and spices, widely enjoyed across Senegal, Mali, and Gambia.
75 min
Easy
África Occidental
4 servings
The story behind
Maafe is a soul-warming dish that celebrates the earthy depth of peanuts. The peanut butter creates a velvety sauce that perfectly coats tender meat and root vegetables. In your photo, the stew features hearty chunks of meat and carrots, served in a rustic ceramic bowl with whole peanuts scattered on top.
Instructions
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1Brown the meat in a large pot until seared on all sides.
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2Add onions, tomato purée, and carrot chunks to the pot.
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3Whisk peanut butter with a little warm broth and stir it into the stew.
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4Simmer on low heat until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened.
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5Garnish with raw peanuts before serving, as shown in your image.
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