African Peanut Stew (Maafe)
African Peanut Stew, also known as Maafe, is a rich and savory West African dish originating from Mali and Senegal. It typically features a flavorful peanut butter-based sauce simmered with tomatoes, onions, and a variety of proteins like chicken, beef, or sweet potatoes, often served over rice or couscous.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This stew is a well-balanced meal, offering a good mix of protein from the meat or legumes, healthy fats from the peanut butter, and complex carbohydrates from vegetables and grains. A typical serving provides around 400-600 calories, along with essential nutrients like iron, vitamin A, and potassium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Potassium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin A | 800 IU |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 70 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Folate | 60 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Maafe is a testament to the culinary ingenuity of West Africa, where peanuts (a New World crop) were integrated into traditional cooking to create a dish that is both deeply comforting and nutritionally dense. It's often a communal dish, symbolizing hospitality and shared meals in many cultures.
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