Moambe recipe

Moambe is a savory chicken stew that is popular in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is traditionally made with palm nut sauce, but peanut butter is often used as a substitute. The stew is typically served with rice or fufu, a starchy dish made from cassava or yams.   

Moambe is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a popular dish to serve at celebrations and gatherings.

The dish has its roots in the pre-colonial Congo. The palm nut tree, which is native to Central Africa, was a major source of food and oil for the people of the Congo. Palm nut sauce is still a popular ingredient in Congolese cuisine.

Moambe is a delicious and culturally significant dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here’s a recipe for Moambe:

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon palm oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper   
  
   
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Instructions:

1. Heat the palm oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
2. Stir in the tomatoes, peanut butter, water, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer.
3. Add the chicken and cook until it is cooked through.
4. Serve hot with rice or fufu.   
   
    

Enjoy!