Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 cup

small dried red beans

dried

1 unit

onion

chopped

2 unit

red bell peppers

chopped

3 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 tbsp

fresh ginger

minced

2 lbs

yams

peeled and chopped

3 cup

vegetable stock

1 unit

tomatoes

diced

1 unit

jalapeno pepper

minced

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

ground cumin

0.5 tsp

ground coriander

0.25 tsp

ground cinnamon

0.25 tsp

ground black pepper

0.25 cup

creamy peanut butter

0.25 cup

dry roasted peanuts

1 unit

lime

cut into wedges

Step 1
~41 min

Soak red beans in water overnight. Skip if using canned beans.

Step 2
~41 min

Combine chopped onion, bell peppers, minced garlic, minced ginger, cubed yams, vegetable stock, diced tomatoes, minced jalapeno pepper, salt, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and black pepper in a slow cooker.

Step 3
~41 min

Stir well to combine.

Step 4
~41 min

Add soaked red beans to the slow cooker.

Step 5
~41 min

Stir again.

Step 6
~41 min

Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until yams and beans are tender.

Step 7
~41 min

Ladle a small amount of the stew's juices into a bowl.

Step 8
~41 min

Mix peanut butter into the bowl of juices until smooth.

Step 9
~41 min

Return peanut butter mixture to the slow cooker.

Step 10
~41 min

Stir until well combined.

Step 11
~41 min

Serve the stew.

Step 12
~41 min

Top each serving with dry roasted peanuts and a squeeze of lime juice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice instead of lime if preferred.

For a richer flavor, use bone broth instead of vegetable broth.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with couscous or quinoa.

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Moroccan Spiced Carrots
Cucumber and Mint Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North Africa

Cultural Significance

Reflects the blend of flavors and ingredients common in North African cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid al-Adha

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Potluck
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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