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AFRICAN PEANUT SWEET POTATO STEW



African Peanut Sweet Potato Stew image

Back when I was in college, my mom made an addicting sweet potato and peanut stew. I shared it with friends, and now all of us serve it to our own kids. They all love it, of course. -Alexis Scatchell, Niles, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
3 garlic cloves, halved
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup water
8 cups chopped fresh kale
Chopped peanuts and additional cilantro leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Place the first 8 ingredients in a food processor; process until pureed. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; stir in sweet potatoes, beans and water., Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until potatoes are tender, adding kale during the last 30 minutes. If desired, top each serving with chopped peanuts and additional cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 624mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

FEEL GOOD SWEET POTATO STEW



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup oil (I'm using olive)
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1 onion, cut into large dice (I'm using yellow)
4 sweet potatoes, cut into large dice
2 tablespoons ground turmeric
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon coarse black pepper
One 28-ounce can tomato product, such as sauce, diced, crushed, etc. (I'm using crushed)
One 15-ounce can beans, rinsed (I'm using black)
1 can unsweetened milk (I'm using coconut milk)
1 cup liquid (I'm using vegetable stock)
1 cup nuts (I'm using walnuts)
Salt
1 lime, cut into wedges
Fresh cilantro, if you have it, for serving
Couple shakes favorite hot sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add the oil. When hot, add the garlic and onions and cook until beginning to soften, about 2 minutes. Add the potatoes, turmeric, coriander and pepper and cook for 2 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, beans, coconut milk, vegetable stock and nuts and bring to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender and the liquid thickens, 20 to 30 minutes. Taste and season with salt if needed.
  • Serve the stew in bowls with lime wedges for squeezing. Garnish with cilantro and hot sauce if using.

AFRICAN SWEET POTATO STEW RECIPE - (4.2/5)



African Sweet Potato Stew Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by OhApril

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon coconut or extra virgin olive oil, preferably organic
1 large onion, chopped
1 thumb-sized piece ginger, peeled and chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
1 red bell pepper, cored and chopped
1 small jalapeño pepper, minced or 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon whole mustard seeds, brown or yellow
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (19-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (reserve the juice)
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes
2 to 3 medium white potatoes, chopped into 1-inch cubes
1 (12-ounce) can coconut milk
1/3 cup natural smooth almond or peanut butter (use almond for ACD)
1 pound collard greens, midribs removed and shredded
2 cups cooked chickpeas

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat; add the onion, ginger, garlic and cilantro and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 7 minutes. Add the red pepper, jalapeño, cumin, mustard seeds, coriander, turmeric, paprika and cayenne and cook a couple more minutes. Add the tomatoes, sweet potatoes, potatoes and coconut milk; cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, until the potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes. Place the almond butter in a small bowl or glass measuring cup and scoop about 1/2 cup of the liquid from the stew, adding it to the nut butter; mix well, until smooth. Pour the mixture back into the pot and blend it in. Add the collards and chickpeas and continue to cook until the greens are soft, another 5-10 minutes. If the sauce is too thin, allow to simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until desired thickness is reached. Serve over rice or cooked quinoa.

AFRICAN SWEET POTATO STEW



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I came across an African sweet potato stew recipe a few years ago, and adapted it to suit our taste. It is very flavorful and just a bit spicy - just right for cold days! This recipe makes a lot of stew, so it may be halved for a smaller portion, but also freezes very well.

Provided by mamaluv

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 6h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 onion, chopped
2 small jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 cups water
2 ½ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 2-inch pieces
2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
¼ cup peanut butter
1 (15 ounce) can sliced green beans, drained

Steps:

  • Place onion, jalapeno peppers, garlic, ginger, cumin, salt, coriander, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes in a large slow cooker. Pour in water and stir to combine. Mix in sweet potatoes, tomatoes, chickpeas, and peanut butter.
  • Set cooker to Medium-High, cover, and cook until sweet potatoes are tender and stew has thickened, about 6 hours. Stir in green beans, cover, and continue cooking until beans are heated through, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 568.8 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

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.

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!

WEST AFRICAN PEANUT STEW WITH SWEET POTATO & SPINACH



West African Peanut Stew with Sweet Potato & Spinach image

Sweet potatoes, peanut butter, spinach, cumin ... the comforting combo results in the heartiest, most flavorful vegan stew around.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion (diced) (about 2 cups)
3 medium cloves garlic (minced)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced) (about 2 cups)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground red cayenne pepper (plus or minus to taste)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more to taste
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
4 cups packed fresh baby spinach
2 cups cooked brown rice
Fresh cilantro
Chopped salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  • While the rice cooks, make the stew. Set a medium soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. When hot, add the olive oil and the onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6-8 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, and coriander and cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
  • Add the broth, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, ginger, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Once the stew comes to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered until the sweet potatoes are tender, 8-10 minutes.
  • Stir in the peanut butter and the spinach. Stew is done when the peanut butter has distributed and the spinach has wilted, about 2 minutes. Taste and add more salt and pepper if you like.
  • Serve with a scoop of brown rice and garnish with cilantro and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 kcal, Sugar 10 g, Sodium 530 mg, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Carbohydrate 60 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SWEET POTATO STEW



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Beef broth and herbs complement the sweet potatoes' subtle sweetness in this hearty stew that's perfect for fall. - Helen Vail, Glenside, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup V8 juice
1 tablespoon golden raisins
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Crumble beef into broth. Cook, covered, for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add remaining ingredients; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until meat is no longer pink and potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AFRICAN STEW



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Peanuts are an important part of many African cuisines. Combined with sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and kale, they give this stew a power punch of nutrients and great flavor. Serve with rice or bread and a salad.

Provided by Larry Benish

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
4 cups vegetable stock, divided
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups peeled and diced sweet potatoes
1 cup chickpeas, drained
1 cup uncooked brown rice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup peanut butter
2 cups chopped kale, stems removed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable stock, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add remaining stock, sweet potatoes, chickpeas, brown rice, and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover the stew. Simmer until sweet potatoes and rice are tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Combine peanut butter with 1/2 cup of the liquid from the stew. Stir into a smooth paste.
  • Add the peanut butter mixture and kale to the stew. Cook until kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, soy sauce, and hot pepper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.8 calories, Carbohydrate 77.6 g, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 983.9 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

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