Savanna Sun Coconut-Stew with Tamarind & Baobab Dumplings

Ingredients

For the Stew

• 2 tbsp coconut oil

• 1 large red onion, thinly sliced

• 5 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced

• 1 large sweet potato, peeled & cubed

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cup okra, chopped

• 1 cup sliced plantains (semi-ripe)

• 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk

• 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth

• 2 tbsp tamarind paste

• 1 tbsp African bird’s eye chili paste (or substitute mild chili paste)

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• ½ tsp turmeric

• Salt & cracked black pepper to taste

• ½ cup chopped cilantro

• Juice of ½ a lime

Baobab Dumplings 

• 1 cup cassava flour

• 2 tbsp baobab fruit powder

• ¼ cup warm water

• Pinch of salt

• 1 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions 

1. Build the Savanna Aromatics

1. Preheat the Nutri-Stahl 7QT over medium heat for 3 minutes.

2. Add coconut oil, then sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant and lightly caramelized.

2. Create the Base Layers

1. Add bell peppers, sweet potato, okra, tomatoes, and plantains.

2. Sauté for 5 minutes to develop depth and slight browning.

3. Add the Liquid Gold

Stir in:

• coconut milk

• broth

• tamarind paste

• chili paste

• smoked paprika

• coriander

• turmeric

• salt & pepper

Bring to a gentle simmer.

4. Form the Baobab Dumplings

1. Mix cassava flour, baobab powder, salt, and warm water.

2. Add coconut oil and knead until a soft dough forms.

3. Roll into small balls (1 inch).

5. Let the 7QT Do Its Magic

1. Drop dumplings gently into the simmering stew.

2. Cover with the Nutri-Stahl lid.

3. Reduce heat to low and cook for 25–30 minutes, until dumplings float and stew thickens beautifully.