Sweet Potato Peanut Stew Recipe

 

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric (optional)
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 1 cup kale or spinach, roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped (for garnish)
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Heat the Oil
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until soft and translucent.

2. Add Aromatics
   Stir in the garlic and ginger, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then, add cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to coat the onions in the spices.

3. Add Sweet Potatoes and Peppers
   Add the diced sweet potato and red bell pepper. Stir everything together and let it cook for 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.

4. Add Tomatoes and Peanut Butter
   Pour in the can of diced tomatoes and add the peanut butter. Stir until the peanut butter is fully combined and smooth.

5. Pour in Broth
   Add the vegetable broth and bring the stew to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.

6. Add Coconut Milk and Greens
   Stir in the coconut milk (if using) for extra creaminess. Add the kale or spinach, and cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the greens are wilted.

7. Season and Garnish
   Taste the stew and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt or pepper. Serve hot, garnished with chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice for brightness.

Serving Suggestions

This stew pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread. Enjoy!