West African Vegetable Stew
A hearty and flavorful vegetable stew from West Africa.
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Equipment
- Large pot
- Cutting board
- Knife
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Add the red bell pepper, sweet potatoes, and carrots. Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, and salt. Cook for another minute.
- Add the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the peanut butter until well combined. Add the spinach and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes:
This stew is perfect for a cozy dinner and pairs well with rice or flatbread.
Nutrition value:
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1200mgFiber: 10gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 5mg
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