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African Peanut Stew

this African Peanut Stew to hearty, delicious and filling. Full of healthy plant-based ingredients along with some delicious peanut butter, it is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. 
Course Dinner, Healthy, Lunch, Main Course, Stew

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp veggie broth or water
  • 1 med onion, diced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, fresh and minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced or finely chopped
  • 1/4-1/2 tea red pepper flakes, optional
  • 2 cans chopped tomatoes, 14 oz each
  • 1/4-1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 lb sweet potato, chopped (approximately 1 large)
  • 1 can kidney beans, drain and rinse
  • 2 handfuls of chopped kale
  • salt and pepper to taste, optional
  • cilantro and lime for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 tbsp. of vegetable broth or water in a large pot and add the diced onion. Cook until translucent.
  • Next add the garlic and ginger and cook for an additional minute.
  • Add the red pepper flakes, tomatoes, and peanut butter. Stir until well combined.
  • Next add the vegetable broth and diced sweet potatoes and bring to a simmer. Allow to cook for 15-20 minutes until the sweet potatoes are soft but not mushy.
  • Add the kidney beans and kale and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the kale is wilted. Taste and add salt or pepper if using.
  • Serve warm. Top with cilantro if desired. It is highly recommended to squeeze a small amount of fresh lime juice for each bowl.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Recipe adapted from The Conscientious Eater - Vegan Peanut Stew
I use 1/4 c peanut butter to cut down on the fat and calories. For a heartier, creamier stew, use the full 1/2 c of peanut butter.
Experiment with the kale and use your preferred green. 
Keyword african stew, dairy free, hearty stew, oil free, peanut butter, SOS, vegan stew, wfpb