Fried Plantains with Spicy Peanut Sauce (Makemba na sauce Mafé pimentée)
Makemba na sauce Mafé pimentée is a popular dish in Congolese cuisine, featuring fried plantains served with a spicy peanut sauce. This flavorful and satisfying dish is perfect as a snack or a side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe plantains
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into diagonal slices.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the plantain slices until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pot, sauté the onions until translucent. Add the tomatoes and cook until they soften.
- Stir in the peanut butter, vegetable broth, cayenne pepper, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the fried plantains with the spicy peanut sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Frying pan Pot Knife Cutting board Stirring spoon
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Makemba na sauce Mafé pimentée as a snack or a side dish with a refreshing drink like hibiscus tea.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick, sprinkle some chopped fresh chilies on top of the spicy peanut sauce before serving.
Cost
$10