Peanut Stew (Ewedu) with Fried Rice
A traditional leafy green stew with peanuts, served with crispy fried rice for a satisfying Nigerian meal. This nigerian-inspired soups ready in about 80 minutes pairs chopped ewedu leaves, crushed peanuts, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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
- 200 g, chopped ewedu leaves
- 150 g, crushed peanuts
- 2 medium, diced onion
- 3 medium, chopped tomatoes
- 2 tbsp, crushed pepper
- 1 tbsp salt
- 2 cups uncooked rice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1.5 liters water
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add 2 diced onions and sauté for 5 minutes until golden. Stir in 3 chopped tomatoes and 2 tbsp crushed pepper, cooking for 8 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Step 2: Add 200 g chopped ewedu leaves and 150 g crushed peanuts. Cook for 10 minutes until leaves are tender. Season with 1 tbsp salt and 1.5 liters water, simmering for 20 minutes until stew thickens.
- Step 3: In a separate pot, bring 2 cups rice and 1.5 liters water to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender.
- Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan, fry 2 cups rice in batches for 5 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Step 5: Serve stew in bowls, topped with fried rice and a sprinkle of salt.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Peanut Stew (Ewedu) with Fried Rice take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (30 min prep + 50 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 Stew (Ewedu) with Fried Rice?
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 chopped ewedu leaves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Peanut Stew (Ewedu) with Fried Rice?
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 Stew (Ewedu) with Fried Rice 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.
What goes well with Peanut Stew (Ewedu) with Fried Rice?
Nigerian soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 50-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
