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Groundnut Soup

Groundnut Soup
Equatorial-Guinea
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken or beef, cut into chunks
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter (groundnut paste)
  • 4 cups chicken or beef broth
  • 2 fresh tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1-2 Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers, minced (optional, for heat)
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 bouillon cubes (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions

Prepare the Meat

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.

Add the meat chunks to the pot and brown on all sides.

Add Tomatoes and Tomato Paste

Stir in the chopped tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes are soft.

Add Broth and Peanut Butter

Pour in the chicken or beef broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the peanut butter until it is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

Add Vegetables and Simmer

Add the minced peppers (if using), chopped bell pepper, and sliced carrots. Stir to combine.

Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add Greens

Stir in the chopped spinach or kale. Cook for an additional 10 minutes until the greens are tender.

Season and Serve

Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Add bouillon cubes if using for extra flavor.

Enjoy your meal!