Spiced Lamb and Chickpea Stew (Mafé aux Pois Chiches)

Mafé aux Pois Chiches is a traditional Malian stew that features tender spiced lamb and hearty chickpeas in a rich and flavorful peanut sauce. This dish is a comforting and satisfying meal that is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

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Spiced Lamb and Chickpea Stew (Mafé aux Pois Chiches)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs lamb, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Season the lamb chunks with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb in batches and set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper, and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add the browned lamb back to the pot, along with the diced tomatoes, peanut butter, and broth. Stir to combine.
  6. Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it cook for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  7. After 1 1/2 hours, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the pot and continue to cook for an additional 30 minutes, uncovered, until the lamb is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  8. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
  9. Serve the Mafé aux Pois Chiches hot, accompanied by rice or crusty bread.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Cooking thermometer

Serving suggestions

Mafé aux Pois Chiches is best served hot over a bed of fluffy white rice, couscous, or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the lamb with chunks of butternut squash or sweet potatoes and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.

Cost

$20