Recipe
Exquisite Vegan African Sweet Potato Stew
Delight in the flavors of Africa with this exquisite vegan sweet potato stew. Warm, hearty, and bursting with aromatic spices, this dish is a celebration of wholesome ingredients and rich textures. Perfect for a cozy night in or to impress guests at a dinner party.
Ingredients
2 | tablespoons oil |
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1 | tablespoon curry powder |
2 | medium onions |
2 | carrots |
4 | celery ribs |
2 | teaspoons garlic, minced |
2 | lbs large sweet potatoes (about 2 large ones) |
2 | cups low sodium vegetable broth |
1 | ((28 ounce)) can whole tomatoes |
1 | teaspoon salt, divided |
1⁄4 | teaspoon black pepper |
1⁄4 | teaspoon cayenne |
1⁄2 | cup chunky peanut butter |
3 | tablespoons peanuts, roasted |
1⁄2 | cup light coconut milk |
Instructions
For preparing the stew | |
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| 1. | Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into hearty chunks. Dice the carrots, celery, and onions. Drain and quarter the tomatoes from the can. |
| 2. | In a large Dutch oven or stockpot, heat 2 tablespoons of peanut oil over medium-high heat. Add curry powder and cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Add onions, carrots, and celery, cook while stirring occasionally for 2 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in sweet potatoes, broth, and tomatoes. Bring the stew to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. |
| 3. | Season the stew with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, peanuts, cayenne, peanut butter, and coconut milk. Stir to combine the ingredients. Allow the stew to simmer for an additional 20 minutes. |
| 4. | Serve the stew hot, creating 6 very satisfying servings. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 379.9 kcal |
| Protein | 10.9 g |
| Fat | 18.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 48.5 g |
| Fiber | 10.4 g |
| Sugar | 15.1 g |
Published on Aug 11, 2024 by Luminița