Senegalese Mafe (Peanut Stew)

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1. 1

   Season the beef stew meat generously with salt and pepper.

   Около 2 мин

2. 2

   Heat the peanut oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

   Около 1 мин

3. 3

   Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides, then remove it from the pot and set aside.

   Около 8 мин

   Совет повара: Do not overcrowd the pot; sear in batches to ensure good browning.

4. 4

   Add the yellow onion to the pot and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

   Около 6 мин

5. 5

   Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.

   Около 1 мин

   Совет повара: Be careful not to burn the garlic.

6. 6

   Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until it darkens slightly.

   Около 3 мин

   Совет повара: Cooking the tomato paste deepens its flavor.

7. 7

   Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and water, then whisk in the smooth peanut butter until fully incorporated and smooth.

   Около 3 мин

   Совет повара: Whisking vigorously will prevent lumps from the peanut butter.

8. 8

   Return the seared beef to the pot, along with the whole Scotch bonnet pepper (if using) and bay leaf.

   Около 1 мин

   Совет повара: If you prefer less heat, you can omit the Scotch bonnet or remove it halfway through cooking.

9. 9

   Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   Около 1 ч

   Совет повара: Ensure the heat is low enough to maintain a gentle simmer.

10. 10

    Add the carrots, potatoes, sweet potato, and cabbage wedges to the pot.

    Около 2 мин

11. 11

    Continue to simmer, covered, for another 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the beef is very fork-tender.

    Около 30 мин

    Совет повара: Check for tenderness by piercing the vegetables with a fork.

12. 12

    Remove the bay leaf and Scotch bonnet pepper before serving.

    Около 1 мин

    Совет повара: Carefully remove the Scotch bonnet pepper to avoid breaking it and releasing too much heat.

13. 13

    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

    Около 1 мин

14. 14

    Serve the Mafe hot, accompanied by cooked white rice.