Botswanan Chicken Groundnut Stew

Linky's Note:

This traditional recipe from Botswana is for a classic stew of chicken cooked in a tomato, peanut butter and chili sauce. Adapted for a dinner featuring African-inspired foods.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 35 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 4 chicken thighs
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes, diced

Directions:

1. Prepare the sauce by combining the sugar, chilli flakes, ginger, peanut butter and tomato paste in a bowl.
2. Slowly stir-in the water a little at a time until the sauce is smooth.
3. Add the oil to a large pan and fry the chopped onion until translucent. Add the chicken and continue frying until the chicken has begun to brown before adding the bell pepper.
4. Continue cooking until the chicken is nicely browned all over.
5. Pour-in the peanut sauce and diced tomatoes and stir well.
6. Cover and reduce the heat to low simmer.
7. Cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve over rice or rice balls.

Reviews

[Kerfuffle-Upon-Wincle]

Very flavorful! I made as written, but due to personal preference without green peppers, and slightly less chili flakes ~ the thighs were fork tender in 45 minutes! I served the stew over rice, and garnished with dry roasted peanuts. Made for Photo Tag.

[Mia in Germany]

This is utterly yummy!! I was a bit sceptical because I thought it wouldn't be spicy enough, but boy was I wrong! My DH took the first bite and sad "Oh, man, is that good! Five stars!" I didn't change a thing, and I will for sure make this recipe again. Thanks for sharing this winner!
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