Wala Wala

Wala Wala

Wala Wala (WAH-lah WAH-lah)

Peanut Butter Stew

Prep Time 1 hour
📈 Difficulty Medium
👥 Servings
6
🔥 Calories 444 kcal

A creamy, rich stew where ground peanuts form a velvety sauce around tender chunks of beef and wilted greens, offering deep nutty warmth in every spoonful.

Nutrition & Info

420 kcal per serving
Protein 28.0g
Carbs 20.0g
Fat 28.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

gluten-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ peanuts

Equipment Needed

large pot wooden spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: deep communal bowl

Garnishes: crushed peanuts

Accompaniments: asida, kisra

Instructions

  1. 1

    Brown beef in oil in a large pot. Remove.

  2. 2

    Sauté onions until golden, add tomatoes and cook down.

  3. 3

    Dissolve peanut butter in 1 cup warm water, add to pot.

  4. 4

    Return beef, add remaining water, and simmer 40 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add greens and coriander, cook 10 more minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve over asida or with kisra.

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Did You Know?

In Azande tradition, the thickness of the peanut sauce is a matter of family pride — thin sauce suggests stinginess with peanuts.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • large pot
  • wooden spoon

Garnishing

crushed peanuts

Accompaniments

asida, kisra

The Story Behind Wala Wala

Wala wala originates from the Azande people of Western Equatoria. Peanuts were a major crop in the region, and this stew became the definitive way to combine them with available meats and greens into a single, nourishing meal.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dinner, communal meals 📜 Origins: Traditional Azande cuisine

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