Central African Spicy Peanut Beef Stew Recipe

Central African Recipe: Spicy Peanut and Beef Stew

Experience the heart and soul of the Central African Republic with a vibrant and nourishing Spicy Peanut and Beef Stew. This dish fuses the earthy taste of ground beef and the nutty richness of ground peanuts with a medley of fragrant spices. Its enticing aroma and the spicy kick of chili pepper make it a perfect dish for a culinary adventurer. Each spoonful is a taste of Central African tradition, perfect for a cozy dinner for two.

Serves: 2, Difficulty: Expert

Preparation Time: 15 minutes, Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 200g ground beef
• 50g onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 150g tomatoes, diced
• 100g ground peanuts (or peanut butter)
• 2 tbsp palm oil
• 1 chili pepper, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 200ml water

Method

• Heat the palm oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent.
• Add the ground beef and cook until it is browned and cooked through.
• Stir in the chili pepper, chili powder, and ground ginger, cooking for 2 minutes for the spices to release their aroma.
• Add the tomatoes, ground peanuts, water, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
• Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for 30 minutes until it thickens to a desired consistency.
• Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
• Serve the stew hot, and enjoy a Central African culinary delight.

Tips

• For a creamier texture, you can blend the ground peanuts with water before adding.
• Adjust the chili to your heat preference; more can be added for a spicier dish.
• Serve with a side of steamed rice to complete the meal.

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