MaafeRecipe- This cozyWest African peanut soupis a spicy stew made with beef or chicken. The spicy, savory, nutty, and sweet flavor is thanks to sweet potatoes and carrots. Its the perfect balance of flavors. 😍
Groundnut soup, as West Africans sometimes call this dish, makes an amazing one-pot meal. But it goes beautifully over steamy rice or other traditional African sides, so there are plenty of ways to serve it. The traditional Senegalese peanut stew is the inspiration for my recipe.
The tempting combination of garlic, ginger, herbs, and plenty of spices is mouthwateringly good. As with most soups, the potential variations are endless. Customizing it to your taste or ingredient availability is easy! 👌
Browning Meat for MaafeTraditionally, maafe features boiling the meat and then browning it. This optional step certainly adds extra flavor and a little crispiness to the melt-in-your-mouth meat. To brown the meat after boiling it, well saute it on the stovetop to get it nice and crisp. We have two ways to brown the meat, and either works fine 🤎.
The first way to brown meat is to place it on a baking sheet and drizzle it with a little soup stock and 1-2 tablespoons of oil. Adjust the oven rack so the top of the beef or chicken is 4-5 inches below the broiler. Broil on high for 3-5 minutes until it becomes crispy and browned, turning frequently to ensure even brownness.
