Dovi (Peanut Butter Stew

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A rich, creamy West African stew with tender chicken, peppers, and a savory peanut sauce
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This classic West African Dovi is a comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a deeply flavorful, creamy peanut sauce. The stew is built on a base of sautéed onions, garlic, and aromatic spices, enriched with ripe tomatoes and green bell peppers for a bright contrast to the earthy peanuts. It’s a hearty, satisfying dish that pairs beautifully with steamed spinach or rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe delivers authentic African flavors with simple, accessible ingredients.

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 73.8

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This classic West African Dovi is a comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a deeply flavorful, creamy peanut sauce. The stew is built on a base of saut&# 195;©ed onions, garlic, and aromatic spices, enriched with ripe tomatoes and green bell peppers for a bright contrast to the earthy peanuts. It’s a hearty, satisfying dish that pairs beautifully with steamed spinach or rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe delivers authentic African flavors with simple, accessible ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large stew pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and sauté until golden brown and soft.
  3. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and minced chile pepper; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken pieces and bell peppers, stirring occasionally until chicken is browned on all sides.
  5. Mash the chopped tomatoes with a fork directly in the pot, then mix them into the chicken mixture.
  6. Pour in water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Thin the peanut butter with a few tablespoons of hot broth from the pot to create a smooth paste.
  8. Add half of the peanut paste to the stew, stirring well to combine.
  9. Continue simmering covered until the chicken is cooked through and tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  10. Meanwhile, wash spinach and place it in a steamer basket or pot with a lid.
  11. Steam spinach until just tender, using only the water clinging to the leaves.
  12. Drain spinach thoroughly and toss with the remaining peanut paste.
  13. Serve the hot stew alongside the peanut-tossed spinach.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 73.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.1g10%
Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
Sodium 50.2mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 4.7g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 0.6g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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