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Tiga Dege Na
Guinean groundnut stew — a rich, warming peanut-based chicken broth.
Prep
15 min
Cook
50 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
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About This Recipe
Tiga Dege Na (meaning 'groundnut sauce' in Bambara/Malinke) is the soul food of Guinea and much of West Africa. Chicken or beef simmers in a thick sauce built on natural peanut butter, tomatoes, and onions, creating a sauce that is simultaneously rich, earthy, and subtly sweet. Served over rice or fufu.
Ingredients
Serves 4
- 800 gchicken pieces
- 1/2 cupnatural peanut butter
- 3 mediumtomatoes, blended
- 1 largeonion, chopped
- 2 cupschicken stock or water
- salt andchilli to taste
Instructions
- 1
Brown chicken
Season chicken and brown in oil over high heat. Remove and set aside.
- 2
Build sauce
In the same pot, fry onion until soft. Add blended tomatoes and cook 10 minutes.
- 3
Add peanut butter
Whisk peanut butter with 1 cup stock until smooth; pour into pot. Add remaining stock and chicken.
- 4
Simmer
Simmer on low heat 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and chicken is tender.
- 5
Serve
Season to taste and serve over rice with a side of fried plantains.
Pro Tips
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Stir regularly as the peanut sauce can catch on the bottom.
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Natural (unsweetened) peanut butter gives the most authentic flavour.
Variations
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Use beef or lamb instead of chicken.
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Add sweet potato or squash cubes for a hearty variation.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 4 days. Thicken further on second day — thin with stock when reheating.
History & Origin
Groundnut stews have been central to Mande and Fulani cooking in West Africa for centuries, thriving after peanuts were introduced from South America in the 16th century.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use peanut paste instead of peanut butter?
Yes — traditional West African groundnut paste (tigadegena) is made from roasted and ground peanuts with no additives.
My sauce is too thick. What should I do?
Add warm stock or water a little at a time while stirring until you reach the desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (350g) · 4 servings total
Calories490kcal
Protein42g
Carbohydrates16g
Fat30g
Fiber4g
Protein42g
Carbs16g
Fat30g
Time Summary
Prep time15 min
Cook time50 min
Total time65 min
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