Name: Authentic Dawadawa and Groundnut and Yam and Plantain Stew Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Niger
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 cup yam, peeled and cut into chunks; 1 cup plantain, peeled and cut into pieces; 1 cup groundnut (peanuts), soaked overnight and drained; 2 cups beef or goat meat, cubed (or chicken, for vegetarian); 2 Dawadawa pods, soaked and mashed; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons palm oil or vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or oregano); 2 bay leaves; Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Dawadawa and Groundnut and Yam and Plantain Stew Niger

A popular Nigerien dish combining plantains, yams, groundnuts, and the African locust bean.

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