Brazilian Peanut Broth

Caldo de Mancarra

Ingredients9

• raw peanuts300 g
• onion1
• garlic3 cloves
• ripe tomatoes2
• green bell pepper1
• vegetable oil2 tbsp
• fresh cilantro1 small bunch
• salt1 tsp
• water1.2 L

Method

1. Toast the peanuts in a dry pan until fragrant and lightly browned, then cool and rub off the skins.
2. Blend the peanuts with 400 ml of the water until smooth.
3. Finely chop the onion, garlic, tomatoes, and bell pepper.
4. Heat the oil in a pot and sauté the onion, garlic, and bell pepper until soft.
5. Add the tomatoes and cook until they break down.
6. Stir in the peanut mixture and the remaining water, then simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring often so it does not stick.
7. Season with salt, stir in chopped cilantro, and serve hot.