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Peanuts are integral to West African cooking. The nutty, spicy flavors in the filling complement the sweet potato. Serve with grilled chicken and Broccolini.

Recipe by Cooking Light October 2006

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Credit: Randy Mayor

Recipe Summary

Yield:
6 servings (serving size: 1 stuffed potato)
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Preheat oven to 375°.

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  • Pierce potatoes with a fork, and bake at 375° for 1 hour or until tender. Cool potatoes slightly.

  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion, ginger, and garlic; cook 3 minutes. Add cumin, coriander, and pepper; cook 1 minute. Add 3/4 cup water and next 4 ingredients (through salt), stirring until smooth; bring to a simmer. Cook 2 minutes or until thick.

  • Split potatoes lengthwise, cutting to, but not through, other side. Spoon about 1/4 cup sauce into each potato. Top each serving with 1 teaspoon cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

231 calories; calories from fat 25%; fat 6.4g; saturated fat 1.2g; mono fat 3.1g; poly fat 1.7g; protein 5.4g; carbohydrates 38.7g; fiber 5.5g; iron 1.5mg; sodium 355mg; calcium 37mg.
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