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Mafe (Maafe) - Senegalese Peanut Stew

Mafe (Maafe) - Senegalese Peanut Stew

Mafe, also known as Maafe, is a beloved and hearty Senegalese peanut stew that showcases the rich flavors of West African cuisine. This comforting dish combines tender meat (usually beef or chicken) with a creamy, spiced peanut sauce, served over rice. Mafe is both filling and nutritious, making it a staple in many households in Senegal and across West Africa. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and offers a taste of Senegal's culinary traditions in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs stew beef
  • ½ cup peanut butter
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 onion
  • 1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups stock/broth
  • pinch of salt to brown the beef

Method
 

  1. Wash beef and cut into smaller pieces.
  2. 2 lbs stew beef
  3. Pour olive oil into a pan on medium heat.
  4. ¼ cup olive oil
  5. Add beef, black pepper, and a pinch of salt, and saute for 8-10 minutes.
  6. 1 teaspoon black pepper,pinch of salt
  7. Chop the onions and red bell pepper.
  8. 1 red bell pepper,1 onion
  9. Add onions and red bell pepper and saute for 3 minutes.
  10. Add tomato paste and stir.
  11. 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  12. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  13. Add water, stock, bouillon, cayenne pepper and salt to taste.
  14. 1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder,1 teaspoon cayenne pepper,1 cup water,2 cups stock/broth,1 teaspoon salt
  15. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 more minutes.
  16. Add peanut butter and stir till it is dissolved.
  17. ½ cup peanut butter
  18. Let it cook till it thickens, roughly 2-5 minutes.
  19. Serve with cauliflower rice and enjoy!

Notes

his recipe serves 6 and contains 6 net carbs per serving.
 
  • If you use beef for your peanut stew, cut it into smaller pieces before sautéing, to cut down on your cooking time.
  • You can adjust the cayenne pepper to your desired preference. To increase the heat, add a whole habanero pepper after adding the stock.
  • After adding the peanut butter, you can add a little water if the stew is too thick.
  • If you prefer chicken, try this African chicken peanut stew. So delicious!