SPICY LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO STEW WITH CHIPOTLES

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Spicy Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew With Chipotles image

The sweetness of the sweet potatoes infuses this Mexican-inspired lentil dish along with the heat of the chipotles, which also have a certain sweetness as well because of the adobo sauce they're they are packed in. The combination, with the savory lentils, is a winner.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 1h

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
2 medium carrots, diced
1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed
6 cups water
2 medium-size sweet potatoes (aka yams, with dark orange flesh, 1 to 1 1/4 pounds), peeled and cut in large dice
1 to 2 chipotles in adobo, seeded and chopped (to taste)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (to taste)
Lime wedges for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until it softens, about 5 minutes, and add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until the garlic smells fragrant, about 30 seconds, and add the ground cumin seeds and carrots. Stir together for a minute, then add the lentils, water, sweet potatoes, chipotles, tomato paste, salt to taste and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes, until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender and the broth fragrant. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in the cilantro or parsley, simmer for another minute, and serve, passing lime wedges so diners can season their lentils with a squeeze of lime juice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 163, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 614 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

Sandy Naj
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This recipe is perfect for a cold winter day.


chris urquidez
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I'm going to make this stew for my next dinner party.


mian M Rehman
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This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves spicy stews.


Mary Louis
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Margaret Silungwe
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover lentils and sweet potatoes. It's also a great vegetarian option.


Kaptn
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this stew was perfect. The chipotles added just a hint of heat without being overpowering.


Mostafa Mohamed
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This recipe was a hit! I brought it to a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Thilina Sanjaya
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This was my first time cooking with chipotles, and I was pleasantly surprised. The stew had a great smoky flavor and the lentils and sweet potatoes were tender and delicious.


Asad Nazir
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I made this stew for my family last night and they loved it! It was easy to make and so flavorful. The chipotles really added a nice kick.


CYBORG
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This stew was absolutely delicious! The chipotles gave it a perfect amount of spice, and the lentils and sweet potatoes were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.