VEGAN AFRICAN SWEET POTATO STEW

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A hearty, delicious African stew with peanuts, coconut milk, sweet potatoes and lightly spicy, earthy flavor. Perfect for a cold winter's night. 100% vegan - dairy, meat and egg free. Low sodium. Great for kids.

Provided by Maggie the Vegan Ch

Categories     Stew

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 very hearty servings of stew, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons oil
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

Steps:

  • Prepare in advance your sweet potatoes by peeling them and chopping them into chunks. Dice your carrots, celery and onion. Drain and quarter your tomatoes from the can.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of peanut oil in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium-high heat. Add curry powder and cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Add onions, carrots and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Stir in sweet potatoes, broth and tomatoes, and bring soup to a boil. Simmer, covered, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, peanuts, cayenne, peanut butter, and coconut milk to the soup, stirring to combine. Bring mixture to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Serve hot; makes 6 very hearty servings.

LiLI Westmoreland
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I'm allergic to lentils. Is there a good substitute I can use?


Araya Brhane
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This recipe looks a bit too spicy for me. I think I'll omit the chili peppers.


Anna Abdul majeed
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I'm not sure how I feel about the combination of sweet potatoes and lentils. I'm willing to try it though!


Ian The Sun Light God
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I love that this recipe is vegan. It's a great way to enjoy a hearty stew without the meat.


Thapelo leopeng
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm, comforting, and filling.


Hassan Santos
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I'm excited to try this recipe! It looks so flavorful and easy to make.


Wahab Jutt 8347
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This stew is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with sweet potatoes, lentils, and spinach, and it's all cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce.


Zohaib zaibi
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I'm not vegan, but this stew was so delicious that I didn't even miss the meat. The sweet potatoes and lentils were so hearty and flavorful.


Noa Ben sh
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This is my new go-to stew recipe! It's so easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


Stephanie Godwin
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The stew was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the creamy texture of the sweet potatoes and the depth of flavor from the spices.


Mego Gabriel
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This stew was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet potatoes, lentils, and spices created a flavorful and hearty dish that was both satisfying and comforting.


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