Maafe | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

1 lb beef or chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
1 cup water or chicken broth
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1 cup sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (optional)
1 cup carrots, sliced (optional)
1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)
Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Meat

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Add the meat pieces and brown on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Add Tomatoes and Spices

Add the chopped tomatoes, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the pot.

Stir in the ground paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground thyme, ground black pepper, and salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the tomatoes are softened and the spices are fragrant.

Add Peanut Butter

Stir in the peanut butter, mixing well with the vegetables and spices.

Cook the Meat

Return the browned meat to the pot.

Pour in the water or chicken broth, and stir to combine.

Add the sweet potatoes, carrots, and green beans if using. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.

Simmer

Cover the pot and let the Maafe simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the meat and vegetables are tender and cooked through. Stir occasionally, and add more broth or water if needed.

Garnish and Serve

Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.