732/21 Second Street, King Street, United Kingdom +65.4566743

$13

Maffé Peanut Simmer Sauce

Maffé Peanut Simmer Sauce

Maffé or Domoda are interchangeable names for the national dish of The Gambia (also known as the smiling coast of West Africa) – our Founders’ native land. Though peanut stew is a regional specialty in West Africa and the recipe and name will change depending on the country you are in, the Gambian version is especially esteemed. Visitors to The Gambia continue to marvel and rave about this culinary delight long after they’ve departed the shores of this tiny country.

The slightly sweet, spicy and tangy flavors of this sauce balance the rich and nutty peanut flavor. We use a generous amount of fresh ginger and garlic for extra boldness, fiery habaneros for a little heat, fresh lime juice for some tang, and a little sugar for a touch of sweetness. We then simmer, gently, in a rich peanut and tomato base, ideal for creating many unexpected and tasty flavors.

If you are new to African cuisine, this sauce is a perfect introduction. Simmer covered with spinach, black-eyed peas and okra for a vegan replica of a dish from The Gambia called Domoda Bissap. Add a dollop of Kaani sauce and savor it just like a local.

Clear
SKU: MAFF Category:
Share it:
Print Friendly, PDF & Email
 X

Cooking tips

Cooking Tips

  • Straight out of the jar, our Maffé sauce is thick and concentrated and must be diluted. We recommend using ½ cup water. After emptying the contents of the jar into a heavy-bottomed pan, add ½ cup of water to the jar – shake vigorously (with lid tightly screwed on) for 30 seconds before pouring the liquid into the pan. Simmer covered.
  • Adding ½ cup water will yield a semi-thick consistency. For a looser consistency, increase the amount of water up to 1 cup or more if desired.
  • You can skip sautéing with 1 Tbsp. of oil as indicated in the directions printed on the jar – simply simmer protein, vegetables or seafood in Maffé sauce diluted with water just like our Company Founder cooks Maffé at home.
  • For an exotic twist, replace half or all the liquid with coconut milk. If you are sensitive to heat (spicy), coconut milk will temper the spice.
  • We use a generous amount of old-fashioned peanut butter and zero oil in our Maffé sauce – the authentic SeneGambia way! Customary with old-fashioned peanut butter, the natural oil tends to separate – don’t be alarmed or feel inclined to pour out the oil if you received a jar of Maffé with oil pooled at the top of the jar. After cooking, the oil will get homogenized nicely with the sauce and turn into tiny droplets. Enjoy!
  • After cooking is completed, allow to sit uncovered for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  • The most popular grains to serve Maffé over in The Gambia are jasmine rice, couscous, and fonio (called findi in Wolof). Fonio is an ancestral West African superfood and supergrain.
Print Friendly, PDF & Email
 X

Ingredients

Water, Peanut Butter, Tomato Paste, Lime Juice, Cider Vinegar, Cane Sugar, Ginger, Garlic, Onion, Salt, Mushroom Powder (mushroom, salt, mushroom extract), Habanero Pepper, Paprika, Spices, Xanthan Gum

Print Friendly, PDF & Email
 X

Nutritional Info

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/4 cup (60g)
Servings Per Container about 6
Amount / Serving
  • Calories  110Calories from Fat 60
  • % Daily Value*
  • Total Fat  7g %11
    • Saturated Fat  1g %5
    • Trans Fat  0g
    • Cholesterol  0mg%0
    • Sodium  380mg%16
    • Total Carbohydrate  7g%2
      • Dietary Fiber  1g%4
      • Sugars  3g
    • Protein  4g
  • Vitamin A 6%• Vitamin C 4%
  • Calcium 0%• Iron4%
  • *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs
        • Calories:
        • 2,000
        • 2,500







Print Friendly, PDF & Email
 X

Recipe Video

coming soon

Print Friendly, PDF & Email
 X

Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Related products

  • Yassa Onion Simmer Sauce (traditional)

    $13     Get Details

    Yassa Onion Simmer Sauce (traditional)

    Yassa Onion Simmer Sauce (traditional)

    This generations-old Yassa recipe is our Company Founder’s favorite dish and the vibrant version Jainaba grew up eating in her native land The Gambia, West Africa. It is still served there to this day. Bursting with intense flavors, this classic recipe retains its traditional and authentic roots.

    Yassa captures the tropical flavors of Africa with big, bright citrus notes. It is the perfect example of how simple fresh ingredients always make the best dishes. We start by stir-frying fresh ginger and garlic to release their bold flavors. We then add gently caramelized onions for sweetness, fresh citrus juice for brightness and balance, and finally smoky paprika and other warm spices to create an exotic essence. We simmer, slowly, in an imported Dijon mustard sauce, for a rich and complex depth of flavors.

    To whip up a quick meal on busy weekdays, simmer covered with chicken, meat, seafood, tofu and/or vegetables. For an extra special meal on the weekend, try Jainaba’s Signature Chicken Yassa Recipe.

    Clear

  • Mombasa Tamarind Simmer Sauce

    $13     Get Details

    Mombasa Tamarind Simmer Sauce

    Mombasa Tamarind Simmer Sauce

    Tamarind – a sweet, sour and sticky tropical fruit enclosed in a bean-like pod – is native to eastern Africa. Today, it is extensively cultivated in many tropical regions across the globe. Our tamarind-date sauce is inspired by Shidni, a delicious and irresistible Somali chutney usually reserved for special occasions such as feasts. Shidni has many variations but the base recipe usually calls for a combination of either tamarind and dates or tamarind and mangoes – seasoned with xawaash (a Somali spice blend).

    In our version, sweet dates and tart tamarind are simmered for hours in a fragrant infusion of fresh ginger, garlic, bell peppers and cilantro; then seasoned generously with an exotic spice blend that includes cardamom, cloves and star anise. The result is a bold and tantalizing sauce that is slightly sweet, sour, savory, and spicy – all at once. It’s hard to resist!

    Mombasa is our most dynamic sauce. It’s a great starting point for Thiou, a perfect substitute for enchilada or barbecue sauce, and makes the most delicious AfroBeats Pad Thai to rival any restaurant version.

    Clear
  • SOLD
    OUT

    Zanzibar Curry Simmer Sauce

    $13     Get Details

    Out of stock

    Zanzibar Curry Simmer Sauce

    Zanzibar Curry Simmer Sauce

    Zanzibar is our love letter to The Spice Island of Africa. Zanzibar, located on the eastern coast of Africa, has been an integral part of the spice trade routes as early as the 10th century. A visit to historic Stone Town would be incomplete without a trip to one of its famous spice plantations, where spices were once traded like currency and the smell of centuries-old spice trade still lingers in the air.

    The traditional Zanzibari cuisine is a blend of many cultures and flavors – African, Persian, Arabian, and Asian –producing a fusion of distinctive taste profiles that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

    Our full-bodied Zanzibari curry celebrates Zanzibar’s heyday as The Spice Mecca of the Continent! We start by custom blending an authentic Zanzibari curry blend, comprised of legendary warming spices such as cloves, paprika, cinnamon, chilies, and star anise, to name a few. We then simmer this fragrant spice blend in a creamy coconut milk mixture – no Zanzibari curry is complete without the addition of coconut milk – add chilies, ginger, garlic, spinach, and an unexpected ingredient – peanuts. Simmer covered with chicken or chickpeas for a quick weeknight meal.

    Clear




African Jerk Spicy Marinade We will notify you when this product is back in stock. Please enter a valid email address below to receive the notification at.
0
Your Cart
  • No products in the cart.
Subtotal: 
$0