AFRICAN POTATO STEW

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This recipe, with origins in Kenya & other areas of East Africa, was found in the 1997 cookbook, Vegetarian Planet.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Collard Greens

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt, to taste
2 cups cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets
1 medium sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 cups collard greens, sliced thin
1/4 cup dark raisin
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add onions & garlic, cooking them for 5 minutes & stirring occasionally, until onions soften.
  • Add ginger, seeds, ground coriander & cloves, & cook stirring frequently, for 2 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, stirring well, then stir in the 4 cups of water, before turning the heat up to high.
  • When mixture comes to a boil, add 1 teaspoon of salt, stir, & reduce the heat to low, simmering the stew, uncovered, for 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the sauliflower, sweet potato, collard greens & raisins, continuing to cook for 10 minutes or until the potatoes & sweet potatoes are tender.
  • Season the stew with the vinegar,more salt & the pepper, adding more water if the stew is too dry. Serve hot!

Tinika Vincenzi
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I'm not a great cook, but this stew turned out perfectly. It's definitely a keeper!


Shahzad Ahmed
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This stew is perfect for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it always gets rave reviews.


Shristi Riti
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This stew is a great way to introduce your kids to new flavors. My kids loved it!


shehab vaii
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I love that this stew is healthy and filling. It's a great meal for busy weeknights.


Pasu Pasu
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This stew is so versatile. You can add different vegetables or proteins to it, depending on what you have on hand.


Sowmik Datta
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover potatoes. I always have a few extra potatoes lying around, and this is the perfect way to use them up.


Sajith Maduranga
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I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone who tries it loves it!


Esther Akotia
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the spices really warm you up.


Kiran Magar
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I'm not a big fan of potatoes, but this stew changed my mind. The flavors were so good that I couldn't resist going back for seconds.


Mdkhat Rubel
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This stew was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. Next time I'll use less cayenne pepper.


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The potatoes in this stew were so soft and creamy. I could have eaten a whole bowl of them!


John Fitzpatrick
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This stew was easy to make and packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making it again!


Naitema Jeofrey
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I loved the combination of spices in this stew. It had just the right amount of heat.


Mohammed Fauzia
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This African potato stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were bold and complex, and the potatoes were perfectly tender.


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