Reviewed: Nov. 12, 2009

Wonderful Recipe!! I cut the peanut butter in half and used the whole can of tomatoes. Also added some coriander, chopped garlic, chopped ginger and diced yams. I skipped the mushrooms and served it over rice. It was delicious! I will definitely be making this again. I can't wait to dig into my leftovers! Thanks for sharing!

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Jeanne

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Reviewed: Apr. 29, 2009

I loved this recipe. Next time I will add an extra can of diced tomatoes, drained.

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barbcooks

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Reviewed: Mar. 23, 2009

I needed a sauce to go with gari (my husband brought back so much the last time he went home to Africa for a visit). This was perfect.

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wholesomehome

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Reviewed: Feb. 20, 2009

Not bad, really easy to make.

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daguthecat

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Reviewed: Jan. 25, 2009

Great! But more like a soup instead of stew Maybe because I use natural peanut butter.

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Faye

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Reviewed: Nov. 14, 2008

I spent a month in Ghana and fell in love with groundnut stew when I was there. I was so excited when I tasted the final product of this recipe because it was absolutely perfect! I added chopped onions and green peppers, and omitted the mushrooms. I also had to use extra chicken stock to thin it out. I served it over rice like they do in Ghana. And instead of using raw chicken breast, I bought a whole roasted chicken, carved it up and poured the stew over whole pieces of drumstick/thigh, and then shredded up the rest to add to the stew. Delicious! My boyfriend and my roommate (both of whom have never had African food before) devoured it and are already asking me to make more. Thank you so much for this recipe! You definitely helped satisfy my craving for Ghanaian food

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Reviewed: Nov. 3, 2008

I had my husband make this one night this week and it turned out fantastic! The only thing he altered was he put in a can of carrots (with the juice accidentally) and it turned out fantastic! Next time I think we will try it without the carrot juice to see if it is even better.

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Reviewed: Mar. 3, 2008

This is an awesome recipe that can be easily adapted to whatever you have on hand or feel like eating. I added sweet potatoes (sliced about 1/4-inch-thick), okra and eggplant, all of which I sauteed and added to the stew before cooking the chicken. My husband and I both love it and it's going into our regular rotation; haven't tried it out on kids but I think if they like peanut butter it's worth a shot!

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BECCABRIDE

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Reviewed: Jul. 12, 2007

When I lived in Africa, it was easier to use all fresh ingredients. Instead of canned tomatoes and chilies, use fresh to taste. This makes a much more intense and complex flavor. Also, instead of chicken, any kind of meat that is on hand can be used - beef, pork, ham, goat, lamb or even tofu. If you enjoy a bit of texture, use chunky peanut butter. This is an extremely versatile dish, so use your imagination.

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OperaSwain

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Reviewed: Apr. 1, 2006

This was excellent. I made a few modifications, though: I used the whole 6 oz can of tomato paste, I used 2- 15 1/2 oz cans of tomatoes with jalapenos and I used about 1 1/2 cups of peanut butter instead of 2 cups, I added a cubed yam and 1 1/2 green bell peppers. I also used 4 chicken breasts instead of 6. It was hearty and plentiful! Thanks for the recipe.

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Living In: San Diego, California, USA

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Reviewed: Mar. 4, 2005

I followed the recommendation about side toppings served with this stew and everyone loved it. I will definitely make it again for my friends.

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Reviewed: Mar. 7, 2004

I, too, was introduced to Ground Nut Stew by a friend who spent half his life as a missionary kid in West Africa. He taught me to serve this over rice, but with the addition of adding any kind of sqauash or yam to the stew itself, then providing plates of chopped lettuce, bananas, and tomatoes to add to each individual's plate. The raw stuff on top really makes the dish!

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Reviewed: Aug. 18, 2003

this recipe was ok, but the peanut butter taste was way too overpowering. If I make it again, I'd decrease the amount of peanut butter and maybe add more tomato paste.

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