Ghanaian Groundnut Soup with Goat Meat (Shellfish-Free)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Goat meat (cut into pieces)
• 1.5 cups Groundnuts (peanuts), roasted and ground
• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 2 medium Onion
• 1 tbsp Ginger
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 small Scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
• 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 6 cups Water
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Season the 2 lbs of goat meat (cut into pieces) with 1/2 tsp of salt and 1/2 tsp of black pepper. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat 3 tbsp of vegetable oil over medium-high heat (approximately 375°F / 190°C), then add the seasoned goat meat and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Remove the browned goat meat from the pot and set it aside.
2. 2While the goat meat is browning, combine the 4 medium tomatoes, 2 medium onions, 1 tbsp of ginger, 3 cloves of garlic, and the 1/2 small scotch bonnet pepper (if using) in a blender. Blend for 1-2 minutes until a smooth, uniform paste forms.
3. 3Using the same large heavy-bottomed pot, reduce the heat to medium (approximately 325°F / 160°C). Add the blended tomato mixture and sauté, stirring frequently, for 10-15 minutes until the paste thickens, darkens slightly, and the oil begins to separate around the edges.
4. 4Stir the 1.5 cups of roasted and ground groundnuts into the sautéed tomato mixture. Continue stirring constantly for 3-5 minutes to ensure the groundnuts are fully incorporated and the mixture becomes very thick and fragrant, preventing any burning.
5. 5Return the browned goat meat to the pot and pour in 6 cups of water, stirring to combine all ingredients. Bring the soup to a rolling boil over high heat (approximately 212°F / 100°C), then reduce the heat to low (approximately 180°F / 82°C) to maintain a gentle simmer.
6. 6Cover the pot and simmer for 1.5 hours (90 minutes), or until the goat meat is very tender and easily pulls apart with a fork; the internal temperature of the goat meat should reach 205°F / 96°C for optimal tenderness. Taste the soup and add the remaining 1/2 tsp of salt if desired, until the flavor is balanced.
7. 7Serve the hot Ghanaian Groundnut Soup immediately with fufu or rice.

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