Peanut and Tomato Senegalese Groundnut Stew
A hearty West African stew simmered with peanut butter, fresh tomatoes, and sweet potatoes, delivering rich, nutty, and comforting flavors perfect for a plant-based meal. This african-inspired vegan (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes pairs peanut butter, smooth, ripe tomatoes, chopped, sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter, smooth
- 3 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 3 cups chopped ripe tomatoes, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper, and 1 1/2 tsp salt. Cook for 8 minutes until tomatoes break down and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes and 4 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Whisk 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter with a few tablespoons of hot stew liquid until smooth, then stir back into the pot. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the stew thickens and flavors meld.
- Step 5: Fold in 2 cups fresh spinach leaves and cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Adjust seasoning with extra salt if needed. Serve hot with rice or flatbread.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Peanut and Tomato Senegalese Groundnut Stew take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Peanut and Tomato Senegalese Groundnut Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peanut butter, smooth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Peanut and Tomato Senegalese Groundnut Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Peanut and Tomato Senegalese Groundnut Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Peanut and Tomato Senegalese Groundnut Stew vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
