Sauce Arachide
Sauce Arachide (sohs ah-rah-SHEED)
Chadian Groundnut Stew
A creamy, nutty stew made from ground peanuts simmered with tomatoes, onions, and tender pieces of beef or chicken. This rich, protein-packed sauce is one of the most beloved dishes in all of Chad.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Instructions
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Heat groundnut oil in a large pot. Brown the meat on all sides over high heat, about eight minutes. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pot, saute onions and garlic until golden, about five minutes. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they form a thick paste.
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Return the meat to the pot. Add water, bouillon cube, hot pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil then simmer for twenty-five minutes.
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4
Dissolve the ground peanut paste in a cup of warm water. Stir until smooth, then pour into the simmering stew.
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Stir well and cook on low heat for twenty minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the peanut sauce from sticking to the bottom.
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The sauce should be thick and creamy. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over boule, rice, or with kissar.
Did You Know?
Peanuts were introduced to Africa from South America, but Chadian cooks have made groundnut sauce so central to their cuisine that it is hard to imagine Chadian food without it.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- large pot
- mortar and pestle or blender
- wooden spoon
- sharp knife
The Story Behind Sauce Arachide
Sauce arachide is arguably the most iconic dish of Chad, bridging the culinary traditions of the north and south. Peanuts thrive in the Sahelian climate, and Chadian cooks have elevated the humble groundnut into a luxuriously creamy sauce. Every household has its own recipe, and the quality of a cook is often judged by the richness and smoothness of their groundnut sauce.
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