Caril de Amendoim com Abóbora e Quiabo (Angolan Peanut, Pumpkin & Okra Stew) – Authentic Angola Recipe

Ingredients for Caril de Amendoim com Abóbora e Quiabo (Angolan Peanut, Pumpkin & Okra Stew) (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) cubed sweet pumpkin, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups whole okra pods, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup creamy roasted peanut sauce
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with ginger
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Angola seasoning (garlic, tomatoes, cilantro)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and ginger for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
2. Stir in garlic, tomatoes, cilantro and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Angola's kitchen.
3. Add cubed sweet pumpkin and whole okra pods, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
4. Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
5. Fold in creamy roasted peanut sauce, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.