Indulge in the rich and flavorful Vegan Slow Cooker African-Inspired Peanut Stew, a comforting dish that combines the warmth of African spices with the creaminess of peanut butter. This hearty stew is packed with vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, and a delicious blend of spices, making it the perfect meal for a cozy night in.
This Vegan Slow Cooker African-Inspired Peanut Stew is not only incredibly delicious but also nutritious and satisfying. The combination of peanut butter, spices, and vegetables creates a rich and flavorful stew that’s perfect for chilly days.
I love making this stew when I want something comforting and wholesome. It’s also a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables into your diet. Plus, since it’s made in the slow cooker, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Cuisine: Vegan
Number of Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 4-6 hours on low, 2-3 hours on high
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes – 6 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Cooked rice, for serving
Equipment/Utensils Required:
- Slow cooker
- Wooden spoon
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Can opener
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ladle
- Serving bowls
Instructions:
- In the slow cooker, combine the diced onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, diced sweet potatoes, sliced carrots, diced red bell pepper, drained and rinsed chickpeas, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, peanut butter, tomato paste, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, over cooked rice.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
Vegan Slow Cooker African-Inspired Peanut Stew
Ingredients
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger grated
- 2 sweet potatoes peeled and diced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, combine the diced onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, diced sweet potatoes, sliced carrots, diced red bell pepper, drained and rinsed chickpeas, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, peanut butter, tomato paste, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, over cooked rice.
Notes
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
