West African Peanut Stew with Chicken

• Once the water is boiling, stir in the bulgur then bring back to the boil. 
• Simmer for 1 min then pop a lid on the pot and remove from the heat. 
• Leave aside for 12-15 mins or until ready to serve.

• Place a separate large pot over high heat with a generous drizzle of oil.
• When hot, add the sweet potato and cook until slightly softened, stirring occasionally, 6-8 mins.
• Lower the heat to medium-high then add the ras-el-hanout with a pinch of salt and pepper.
• Cook until fragrant, stirring continuously, 1 min.

NOTE: Adding chicken? Add to the hot pan and fry until browned, 6-8 mins, before adding the veg.

• Stir the coconut milk (or shake the packet) to dissolve any lumps.
• Pop the chopped tomatoes, coconut milk, 75ml water (per 2P) and ½ tsp sugar (per 2P) into the pot with the sweet potato.
• Stir in the lentils and peanut butter and give everything a good mix.
• Bring to the boil, cover and simmer until the sweet potato is tender, 10-12 mins.

TIP: Add a splash of water if the stew becomes too thick.

• When everything is almost ready, fluff up the bulgur with a fork. 
• Stir through the lime zest and half the parsley.