How To Prepare (Domoda) Gambian Peanut Butter Stew Recipe 

 Domoda is the national dish of Gambia. It is a delicious “groundnut stew” (peanuts) consisting of whatever vegetable happens to be available, typically pumpkin or sweet potatoes, and a saucy base. Whether vegetarian or including meat, the base is pretty consistent: A rich and flavorful sauce featuring ground peanut paste (or natural, unsweetened peanut butter), fresh tomatoes, and tomato paste. Caramelized onions, chicken and tomato stock, and hot chili peppers are also added. Maggi bouillon cubes are readily available in many parts of Africa and are commonly used in African cooking, including this dish.

Situated in West Africa, Gambia was a British commonwealth until 1965 when it gained independence. The land is relatively more fertile than other parts of Africa and Gambia’s economy is dominated by farming, fishing and tourism. Thus, they’re able to grow things like the pumpkins and sweet potatoes that are common to Gambian cuisine.

Cooking Ingredients:

1) 2 cups of smooth peanut butter

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2) 1 large onion (chopped)

3) 2 litres water

4) 2 whole lemons

5) 4 medium bitter tomatoes (if available)

6) 2lbs beef or chicken

7) 1/2lb pumpkin

8) 4 tbsp tomato paste

9) 2 medium fresh tomatoes

10) Salt and pepper to taste

 Cooking Method:

1) Wash and cut meat into bite size pieces (chicken should be cut into larger pieces).

2) In a cooking pan, boil the meat, onions and chopped fresh tomatoes in water for 10 minutes.

3) Add peanut butter and other ingredients, bring to boil stirring occasionally.

4) Reduce heat after 10 minutes and simmer for 45 minutes.

5) Serve with plain boiled rice.

NOTE: If you are using chicken then make sure you heat seal the chicken in a little oil or fat before boiling. The dish is also referred to as 'Durango' in Mandinka and as 'Mafe' by the Wollofs of Senegal.