African Peanut Stew Elephant Stew

Savor the rich and hearty flavors of *African Peanut Stew Elephant Stew*, a soul-warming, plant-based dish that celebrates the vibrant culinary traditions of Africa. This one-pot recipe combines creamy natural peanut butter with tender sweet potatoes, earthy collard greens or kale, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika, ground cumin, and optional cayenne pepper for a gentle kick. Simmered to perfection in a luscious tomato and vegetable stock base, each bowl bursts with comforting, nutty goodness. Ready in under an hour, this nutritious stew is perfect served over fluffy rice or quinoa and elevated with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Ideal for vegetarians and anyone seeking a wholesome, flavor-packed meal, this African-inspired dish is guaranteed to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 3 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 1 cup natural peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 3 cups collard greens or kale, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 4 cups cooked rice or quinoa (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cubed sweet potatoes, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable stock. Stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter with 1 cup of the hot broth from the pot until smooth. Pour the peanut butter mixture back into the stew and stir well.

Step 8

Add the chopped collard greens or kale to the pot. Allow them to cook in the stew for 5–7 minutes, until wilted.

Step 9

Season the stew with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Serve the African Peanut Stew hot over a bed of cooked rice or quinoa. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3371.9 grams (3371.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3757

Total Fat 154.20g	198%
Saturated Fat 27.90g	140%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6555mg	285%
Total Carbohydrate 514.20g	187%
Dietary Fiber 60.50g	216%
Total Sugars 81.10g
Protein 114.20g	228%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 763mg	59%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 6842mg	146%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.6%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 52.7%