Supakanja (groundnut And Eggplant Stew)
Supakanja is a traditional Gambian stew made with groundnut (peanut) butter and eggplant. This rich and flavorful stew is a staple in Gambian cuisine, often served with rice or couscous.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplants, diced
- 1 cup groundnut (peanut) butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onions and garlic until softened.
- Add the diced eggplants and cook until they begin to soften.
- Stir in the groundnut butter, tomatoes, cayenne pepper, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the stew thickens and the flavors meld together.
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot with rice or couscous.
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
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Serving bowls Serving spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve Supakanja with a side of steamed rice and a fresh green salad.
Tips & tricks
For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the stew before serving.
Cost
$10