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Ugandan Groundnut Stew, Vegetable-Forward Style

A vegetable-forward peanut stew distinct from West Africa's meatier groundnut traditions — lighter, brighter, and built around greens and root vegetables.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: East African
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp natural peanut butter (no sugar added)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups mixed greens (collard spinach, or amaranth), chopped
  • 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, cook 4 minutes until softened.
  • Add garlic and tomatoes, cook 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down.
  • In a small bowl, whisk peanut butter into 1/2 cup of the broth until smooth, then pour into the pot along with the remaining broth.
  • Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in greens and chili powder if using. Simmer 8–10 minutes until greens are tender.
  • Season with salt and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 290kcal | Protein: 11g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 4g
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