The national dish of Gambia featuring beef, sweet potatoes, and a thick, tangy peanut sauce.
Hands-free mode with voice commands & timers
No ratings yet
Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat and sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides.
Add the chopped onions and garlic to the pot, sautéing until the onions become translucent and soft.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to caramelize it slightly, then pour in the beef broth or water.
Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 40 minutes until the beef begins to tenderize.
In a separate bowl, whisk the peanut butter with a cup of the hot cooking liquid until smooth, then stir this mixture back into the main pot.
Add the sweet potato cubes and the whole scotch bonnet pepper, ensuring the pepper does not burst if you prefer less heat.
Simmer the stew for another 20-30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the peanut sauce from burning at the bottom, until the sauce is thick and potatoes are soft.
Stir in the lemon juice for the signature tang, adjust salt to taste, and serve hot over white rice.
