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West African Sweet Potato And Greens Stew Recipe

A hearty and flavorful stew made with sweet potatoes and greens, inspired by West African cuisine.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine West African
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 bunch collard greens chopped
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup peanut butter natural, unsweetened
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper or to taste

Instructions: 

  • 1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a splash of oil, then add the diced onion. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • 2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  • 3. Stir in the cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • 4. Add the diced sweet potatoes, chopped collard greens, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  • 5. Stir in the peanut butter until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  • 6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes:

This stew is perfect for a cozy dinner and pairs well with rice or flatbread.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Keywords:

Keyword Greens, Stew, Sweet Potato
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