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20-Min Ndambe (Spicy Black-Eyed Pea Stew)

Senegalese one-pot black-eyed pea stew with tomato, garlic, and a fiery kick of chili. Ready in 20 minutes, naturally vegan, and deeply savory.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
285
Protein
12g
20-Min Ndambe (Spicy Black-Eyed Pea Stew)
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium. Add onion and minced chile; sauté until fragrant, ~3 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add garlic, cook 30 seconds. Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth; stir to combine.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in drained black-eyed peas. Bring to a simmer and cook 8 minutes until peas are tender and warm.

  4. Step 4

    Whisk peanut butter with 2 tbsp warm broth until smooth; stir into the pot.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer 2 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot in bowls. Finish with a drizzle of oil if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (5-quart)
  • wooden spoon
  • small whisk or fork
  • can opener

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