Mafé
Mafé, also spelled mafé or maaffe, is a traditional West African stew distinguished by its peanut-based sauce. The dish is widely associated with Sahelian and West African cuisines, particularly Mali and Senegal, but it is prepared across many countries, including The Gambia, Guinea, Niger, and Burkina Faso. The name derives from the peanut sauce, known locally as sauce d'arachide, whose nutty base helps deepen flavor and thicken the dish.
Typical mafé starts by browning meat—commonly beef or lamb, sometimes chicken or goat—with onions, garlic, and
Mafé is usually served with rice, but it can also accompany couscous, fonio, or bread. Vegetarian or