Vegan African Peanut Stew in the Instant Pot

Vegan African Peanut Stew in the Instant Pot
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    85

Embark on a culinary journey to Africa with this vibrant and comforting peanut stew, crafted effortlessly in your Instant Pot. Infused with aromatic spices and creamy peanut butter, this vegan delight is a hearty and flavorful experience that will tantalize your taste buds. Garnish with fresh cilantro and crunchy peanuts for the perfect finishing touch.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    54 g
  • Fiber
    12 g
  • Protein
    17 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1066 mg
  • Sugar
    11 g
  • Fat
    22 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a small bowl, combine cumin, salt, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, red chile flakes, and cloves. Mix well. (2 minutes)

02

Step

Turn on your Instant Pot and select the 'Sauté' function. Allow the pot to preheat for 2 minutes. Add the sweet potato, onion, and red bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes until slightly softened.

03

Step

If the vegetables start to stick, stir in a tablespoon of water. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and the spice mixture. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Turn off the Instant Pot. (4 minutes)

04

Step

Add the crushed tomatoes and peanut butter to the pot. Stir until the peanut butter is fully incorporated and thinned out. Add 1 cup of water and stir well. Close and lock the Instant Pot lid, ensuring the vent is set to 'Sealing'. Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' mode and set the timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10-15 minutes for the pressure to build. (27 minutes)

05

Step

Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10-40 minutes. Carefully unlock and remove the lid. Stir in the chopped collard greens. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts. Offer additional cilantro and peanuts in separate bowls for your guests to add as desired. (2 minutes)

For a richer flavor, toast the spices in a dry pan for a minute before adding them to the stew.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper and red chile flakes to your preferred level of spiciness.
If you don't have collard greens, spinach or kale can be used as a substitute.
To make this stew on the stovetop, simmer all ingredients in a large pot for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 28 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Erin Beatty

    So easy to make in the Instant Pot and the flavors are incredible.

  • Xander Jacobson

    I didn't have collard greens, so I used spinach and it worked great.

  • Brett Morissette

    The natural pressure release is key for the best texture.

  • Verlie Conn

    Definitely a crowd-pleaser! I made it for a potluck and everyone raved about it.

  • Dawson Roberts

    Next time, I'll try adding a bit of coconut milk for extra creaminess.

  • Bethel Abshire

    Easy to customize with different vegetables. I added carrots and celery.

  • Raymundo King

    The perfect comfort food for a cold evening. Will definitely make again.

  • Edward Glover

    I added some chickpeas for extra protein and it was delicious!

  • Grady Sauer

    This is my new favorite vegan recipe! Thank you for sharing.

  • Veronica Ernser

    This recipe is amazing! My family loved it, even my picky eaters!

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