Spicy African Peanut Stew

Author: Angka Jitu

Published: Senin, 01 Juni 2020

I made African Peanut Stew after I researched a handful of recipes and combined them into the dish I prepared. One thing I would do different next time, I would make it a little thinner.  I would add 1/2 the peanut butter and an extra can of tomatoes. Suggested changes NOTED in ingredient list below.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup TEFF grain


• 1 cup brown lentils


• 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil


• 6 cups of water


• 2 cups of canned tomatoes (NOTE: I would add 4 cups)


• 1 cup peanut butter (NOTE: I would add 1/2 cup)


• 2 cups diced carrots


• 1 tsp cinnamon


• 1 tsp cloves


• 1 tsp nutmeg


• 1.5 tsp cayenne pepper


• 1.5 tsp mustard seeds


• 1.5 tsp caraway seeds 


• salt and pepper to taste (at serving)

NOTE: If you do not like spicy ... start with 1/2 the quantity of spices. After you prepare the dish you can taste and decide if you wish to add the other 1/2. If you like REALLY spicy food, you may with to add even more!

Instructions:

• Brown the teff, lentils, and spices in a warm pot (on low) with the oil 


• Add water, stir to combine, bring to a boil, reduce to simmer, and cover


• After 10 minutes, stir, and add the carrots and cook for another 5 minutes


• After 5 minutes add the tomatoes and peanut butter, stir, and cook for about 10 minutes


• Serve with a side of gluten free bread, gluten free croutons, or sprinkle with parsley

Labels: Brown Lentils, Gluten Free, Main Dish, Peanut Butter, Teff, Vegan