Kapenta Ya Nkate (pumpkin And Peanut Butter Stir-fry)

Kapenta Ya Nkate is a traditional Zambian dish that combines the sweetness of pumpkin with the nuttiness of peanut butter in a delicious stir-fry. This dish is packed with flavor and is a perfect representation of Zambian cuisine.

Kapenta Ya Nkate (pumpkin And Peanut Butter Stir-fry)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pumpkin, cubed
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the pumpkin and tomatoes, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the pumpkin is tender.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter with water to form a smooth paste.
  5. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cooked pumpkin and stir to combine.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
  8. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Frying Pan Knife Cutting Board Bowl Spatula

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Kapenta Ya Nkate is best served with a side of nshima, a staple Zambian food made from maize meal.

Tips & tricks

For a creamier texture, you can add more peanut butter to the stir-fry.

Cost

$10