West African Vegetable & Peanut Stew

Makes: 
6 - 8 servings
Utensil: 
Saladmaster Food Processor
12" Chef's Gourmet Skillet
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Contributed By: 
Cathy Vogt
Certified Health Coach & Natural Foods Chef

Ingredients

Recipe Description: 

Peanuts, also known as ground nuts, make this stew rich and creamy. This is an easy one pan stew made with a variety of vegetables that are easily adaptable to what is available. Serve this with steamed rice or couscous.

1
small
onion, shredded, use Cone #1
4
cloves garlic, shredded, use Cone #1
1
tablespoon
ginger, shredded, use Cone #1
2
zucchini, medium dice
1
pound
sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into medium dice
(454
g)
2
carrots, scrubbed
1
pound
eggplant, peeled, cut into medium dice (approximately 2 cups)
(454
g)
1
tablespoon
ground cumin
(8
g)
12
teaspoon
ground cinnamon
(1
g)
12
teaspoon
natural salt
(3
g)
14
ounces
diced tomatoes with juice
(397
g)
1 12
cups
vegetable stock or water
(350
mL)
12
cup
organic peanut butter, smooth
(130
g)
salt and pepper, to taste
chopped peanuts and sliced scallions (optional garnish)
Directions: 
  1. Preheat skillet over medium heat. When several drops of water sprinkled in skillet skitter and dissipate, approximately, 5 - 7 minutes, add onions, garlic and ginger. Sauté for 3 - 5 minutes until softened and lightly browned, stirring constantly during cooking.
  2. Add zucchini, sweet potatoes, carrots and eggplant. Sauté for 3 - 5 minutes, stirring carefully.
  3. Add cumin, cinnamon and salt. Stir to combine.
  4. Add tomatoes with juice and vegetable stock. Make a well in the center of skillet and stir peanut butter into the liquid to combine.
  5. Place cover on skillet. When Vapo-Valve™ clicks, reduce heat to low and cook for 12 - 15 minutes until vegetables are soft but not mushy.
  6. Taste and season with salt and fresh ground pepper, as desired.
Tips: 
  • Substitute eggplant and zucchini for other ingredients such as okra, dark leafy greens or your favorite seasonal vegetable.
  • Always start with a small amount of salt when cooking and adjust seasonings as needed.
Nutritional Information per Serving
Calories: 
190
Total Fat: 
9g
Saturated Fat: 
2g
Cholesterol: 
0mg
Sodium: 
760mg
Total Carbs: 
24g
Dietary Fiber: 
6g
Sugar: 
8g
Protein: 
7g

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