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Nutty African Groundnut Stew with Sweet Potatoes

Name: Nutty African Groundnut Stew with Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 cup roasted peanuts, unsalted; 2 cups vegetable broth; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional; 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes; 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Experience the warmth and depth of this groundnut stew, brimming with sweet potatoes, peanuts, and a harmonious blend of African spices.

4.1(619 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·November 13, 2025

Nutty African Groundnut Stew with Sweet Potatoes — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Groundnut Base

For the Stew

For the Vegetables

For the Seasoning

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 305 kcal
Protein: 11 g
Carbs: 29.3 g
Fat: 17.6 g
Fiber: 7.9 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1831 kcal
Protein: 66.1 g
Carbs: 176 g
Fat: 105.7 g
Fiber: 47.3 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 cup roasted peanuts unsalted	828	35.7	24	72	12.4
2 cups vegetable broth	20	1	4	0	0
1 tablespoon tomato paste	13	0.7	3	0.1	0.8
2 tablespoons vegetable oil	240	0	0	27	0
1 large onion finely chopped	60	1.7	14.5	0.2	2.7
3 cloves garlic minced	13	0.6	3	0	0.2
2 teaspoons fresh ginger grated	4	0.1	1	0	0.1
1 teaspoon ground cumin	8	0.4	1	0.4	0.6
1 teaspoon coriander powder	6	0.3	1	0.3	0.9
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional	3	0.2	0.6	0.2	0.3
2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed	230	4	54	0.3	8.2
1 can (400g) diced tomatoes	80	3.6	18	0.4	4.8
1 can (400g) chickpeas drained and rinsed	276	14.5	45	4.3	12.5
2 cups kale or spinach chopped	50	4.3	8.9	0.7	3.8
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Freshly ground black pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Groundnut Base

1
Blend peanuts
Blend the roasted peanuts with vegetable broth until smooth.
Tip: Avoid overblending peanuts as they can turn into sticky paste.
2
Add tomato paste
Stir in the tomato paste until fully integrated.
3
Set aside
Set aside for use in the stew.

Preparing the Aromatics

1
Heat oil
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Sauté onions
Add the onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3
Add aromatics
Add garlic, ginger, and spices, cooking until fragrant.
Tip: Sauté spices briefly in the oil to release their full aroma and flavor.

How to Make Nutty African Groundnut Stew with Sweet Potatoes

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Simmering the Stew
Add sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, chickpeas, and groundnut base to the pot. Stir well.
2
Final Cooking
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the sweet potatoes are tender.
3
Adding Greens
Stir in kale or spinach just before serving to preserve their vibrant color.