A velvety, golden groundnut stew enriched with tender beef and sweet root vegetables, delivering a luscious nutty richness that defines Gambian-Senegalese comfort food.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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1
Season and brown beef in oil. Add onion and cook until softened.
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2
Add tomato paste and blended tomatoes. Cook 10 minutes.
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3
Dissolve peanut butter in warm water and add to the pot, stirring to prevent lumps.
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4
Add bouillon cubes, scotch bonnet, and salt. Simmer 20 minutes.
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5
Add sweet potato and pumpkin. Cook 20 more minutes until vegetables are tender and sauce is thick.
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6
Serve over steamed white rice.
Did You Know?
Domoda is the dish that settles debates in Senegalese households — when opinions clash, a pot of domoda brings everyone back to the table in harmony.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- large pot
- blender
- wooden spoon
Garnishing
crushed peanuts
Accompaniments
steamed rice, lime
The Story Behind Domoda
Domoda is a Mandinka groundnut stew that spread from the Casamance region across Senegal and into The Gambia. Groundnuts, introduced to West Africa centuries ago, became the backbone of Senegalese agriculture and cuisine. This stew represents the Mandinka culinary tradition at its richest.
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