Slow-Cooked Senegalese Peanut and Tomato Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

A rich and hearty West African peanut stew simmered with tomatoes and aromatic spices, perfect for a comforting meal. This African-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs peanut butter (smooth), diced tomatoes (canned), onion, finely chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, 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 cup peanut butter (smooth)
• 14 oz diced tomatoes (canned)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger root, grated
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 1/2 tsp dried chili flakes
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger root, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 medium diced red bell pepper and 2 medium sliced carrots to the pot, sautéing for 4 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Step 4: Pour in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juice and 4 cups vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
5. Step 5: Mix in 1 cup smooth peanut butter, 1/2 tsp dried chili flakes, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, whisking until peanut butter is fully incorporated.
6. Step 6: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and aromatic.
7. Step 7: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.