African Pineapple Peanut Stew Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful African Pineapple Peanut Stew, surprisingly delicious served over noodles! This 30-minute recipe bursts with the sweet and tangy taste of pineapple, creamy peanut butter, and a hint of spice. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a satisfying weekend treat. #AfricanFood #PeanutStew #PineappleRecipe #NoodleDish #EasyRecipe #30MinuteMeal

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 311.7 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 3.5 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for African Pineapple Peanut Stew

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Vegetable Oil
  • 1 bunch kale, stems removed and sliced crosswise
  • 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, undrained
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco), or to taste
  • Cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup water, if needed
  • salt to taste
  • noodles, for serving

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How to Make African Pineapple Peanut Stew

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a covered saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced. Saute for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions are lightly browned.
  2. While onions saute, wash and chop 1 bunch of kale. Remove stems and slice leaves crosswise into 1-inch thick pieces.
  3. Add 1 (20 ounce) can of pineapple chunks and its juice to the sauteed onions. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the chopped kale. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes, or until just tender, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter and 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or to taste). Simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  6. Season with salt to taste. Serve hot over your favorite noodles.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

55g

Fat

19g

Carbs

9g