Gambian-Style Spiced Peanut Stew Recipe

About this recipe

Gambian-Style Spiced Peanut Stew, also known as Domoda, is a rich and flavorful one-pot dish featuring tender vegetables, creamy peanut butter, and aromatic spices. This hearty West African classic is perfect for a comforting family dinner and is best served with rice or crusty bread to soak up every drop.

Ingredients

• 1 Kg Fresh Onion Pack. 1kg - Ofoodi African Store
• - Ginger - 100g
• 130 g Essential Organic Italian Tomato Puree Double Concentrate 130G
• 400G Italianavera Chopped Tomatoes In Botanical Tin, 400G
• - Whole Earth Smooth Peanut Butter
• - Borough Broth Company Free-Range Organic Chicken Bone Broth
• - Sweet Potatoes
• 1 Kg Carrots - 1kg
• 1 Bunch Spinach Fresh 1 Bunch
• - Fresh Asian Coriander Bunch
• - Pataks Lime Pickle
• 1 Kg Natco Brown Basmati Rice, 1Kg
• Each Pepper Red- Each
• 1 Ltr Ktc Sunflower Oil
• - Ktc Minced Garlic Paste
• 100 G Trs Ground Cumin Jeera Powder
• - La Chinata Sweet Smoked Paprika
• - Tata Salt

Instructions

1. 1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat for 2 minutes, then sauté the onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. 2. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and diced chili, and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
3. 3. Stir in the tomato paste and diced tomatoes, cooking for 5 minutes to concentrate the flavors and break down the tomatoes.
4. 4. Add the peanut butter, stirring continuously, then gradually pour in the chicken stock while mixing to create a smooth, rich base.
5. 5. Season the stew with ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer.
6. 6. Add the diced sweet potatoes and carrots, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
7. 7. Stir in the spinach leaves and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
8. 8. Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh coriander and a squeeze of lime, alongside steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.