Vegan African Peanut Stew in the Instant Pot

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This vegan African-inspired peanut stew in the Instant Pot is one of my go-to favorites. It's served with cilantro and chopped peanuts. My hubby would eat it weekly, and he's not vegan.

Submitted by Dea
Updated on March 31, 2024
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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon dried red chile flakes

  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves

  • 2 medium sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 cup diced yellow onion

  • ½ cup diced red bell pepper

  • 1 splash water (Optional)

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 (3 inch) piece ginger root, peeled and minced

  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • ½ cup peanut butter

  • 2 cups water

  • 3 cups chopped collard greens

  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, or to taste

  • 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts, or to taste

Directions

  1. Mix cumin, salt, cinnamon, cayenne, chile flakes, and cloves together in a bowl.

  2. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function. Allow the pot to preheat for 2 minutes. Add sweet potato, onion, and bell pepper to the hot pot; cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.

  3. Stir in a splash of water if vegetables are sticking to the pot. Add garlic, ginger, and the spice mixture; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Turn the cooker off.

  4. Add tomatoes and peanut butter; stir until peanut butter thins and is incorporated. Stir in 1 cup water, then close and lock the lid with the vent set to sealing. Select the Manual mode and set the timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  5. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in collard greens.

  6. Place cilantro and chopped peanuts in separate bowls and serve alongside the stew.

Recipe Tip

Two medium sweet potatoes is about 1 pound, or 3 cups chopped.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

447 Calories
22g Fat
54g Carbs
17g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 447
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 28%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Sodium 1066mg 46%
Total Carbohydrate 54g 20%
Dietary Fiber 12g 44%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 17g 34%
Vitamin C 59mg 66%
Calcium 192mg 15%
Iron 5mg 28%
Potassium 1437mg 31%

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

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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