Groundnut Sauce (G‑Nut Sauce), the Way We Knew It
Groundnut Sauce (G‑Nut Sauce), the Way We Knew It
Groundnuts are one of the quiet foundations of many Ugandan meals. They grow underground, close to the soil, and the way they are prepared reflects that same closeness—slow, steady, and patient.
This sauce taught people to stay with the pot. Once the heat is on, you do not walk away.
Traditional Method
Ingredients
- Raw groundnuts (peanuts)
- Water
- Salt
- Tomatoes (optional)
- Green pepper (optional)
- Curry powder (optional)
Method
- Mix groundnut powder with water to form a smooth, pourable mixture.
- Pour into a saucepan before turning on the heat.
- Cook on very low heat while stirring continuously.
- Do not stop stirring until the sauce thickens and the raw peanut taste is gone.
- Add tomatoes and seasonings only after the groundnuts are fully cooked.
Diaspora Method
If using peanut butter, loosen it with warm water and cook gently, stirring at all times.
How to Serve
Groundnut sauce is served with matooke, rice, sweet potatoes, or beans.
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