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Ginger Sweet Potato Stew

Ginger Sweet Potato Stew: A Cozy Vegan Hug in a Bowl

This Ginger Sweet Potato Stew combines spices and sweet potatoes, creating a nourishing and delightful plant-based meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil or olive oil for a lighter flavor
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Chili Flakes adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 2 inches Fresh Ginger minced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • to taste Sea Salt and Black Pepper
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes diced
  • 1 cup Brown Lentils rinsed
  • 4 cups Vegetable Stock or homemade
  • 1 can Coconut Milk full-fat preferred
  • 2 cups Kale chopped

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

How to Make Ginger Sweet Potato Stew
  1. Start by dicing the yellow onion and sweet potatoes uniformly for even cooking. Mince the fresh ginger and garlic finely to release their bold flavors.
  2. Give your brown lentils a quick rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear.
  3. In a large pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes translucent and slightly tender.
  4. Stir in the dried chili flakes, ground coriander, cumin, and turmeric. Cook these spices for about 1 minute until they become fragrant.
  5. Next, incorporate the minced ginger and garlic into the mix, followed by a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper.
  6. Toss in the diced sweet potatoes and rinsed lentils, stirring them to coat with the aromatic blend.
  7. Pour in the vegetable stock, ensuring everything is nicely submerged. Cover the pot, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for around 30 minutes.
  8. Stir in the coconut milk and chopped kale, cover, and simmer for an additional 3–5 minutes.
  9. Let the stew rest for about 10 minutes before serving it hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Top with fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of chili flakes for added flavor. Optional: squeeze lime for a zesty finish.

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