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Ndambe (Peanut Bean Stew)

Senegalese peanut and black-eyed pea stew spiked with tomato and aromatics — hearty, vegan, and ready in under 20 minutes. Serve over rice.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
312
Protein
12g
Ndambe (Peanut Bean Stew)
comfortwholesomesenegaleseveganvegetarianbeansvegancreamy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add onion, cook until softened and translucent, ~3 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in ginger and chili flakes, cook until fragrant, ~30 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in broth and tomatoes with their juices. Bring to a simmer, then add drained black-eyed peas.

  4. Step 4

    Whisk peanut butter into a small bowl with 1/4 cup warm water until smooth, then stir into the pot.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the stew thickens and flavors meld.

  6. Step 6

    Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot over rice.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (4-5 quart)
  • wooden spoon
  • small bowl
  • whisk

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