Mbandja (spicy Peanut Chicken Stew)
Mbandja is a traditional dish from Central African cuisine, featuring a rich and spicy peanut chicken stew. This hearty and flavorful stew is perfect for warming up on a chilly evening.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 tomatoes, diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot and brown on all sides.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and peanut butter until well combined.
- Pour in the chicken broth and season with cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the Mbandja hot over rice or with crusty bread.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
Supplies
Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Mbandja with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of heat, add more cayenne pepper to suit your taste preferences.
Cost
$15