Best 5 Caribbean Sweet Potato And Bean Stewcrockpot Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of the Caribbean with our exploration of the tantalizing flavors of sweet potato and bean stew. This classic dish, often prepared in a slow cooker or crockpot, captures the essence of Caribbean cuisine with its harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, let us guide you through the delightful journey of crafting this savory stew that promises to warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CARIBBEAN SWEET POTATO AND BLACK BEAN STEW RECIPE



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Caribbean Sweet Potato and Black Bean Stew Recipe

Provided by Sabrina Quairoli

Categories     Dairy Free Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon Jerk seasoning paste
2 lb of sweet potatoes cut into small 1 inch cubes
1 can 14 oz of black beans
1.25 cups of frozen string beans cut and defrosted (or frozen)
1.5 cups of frozen red peppers, green peppers, and onion slice mix
1 cup of vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon of thyme
1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of salt

Steps:

  • Cut the sweet potatoes into small 3/4-to-1-inch cubes and place in the slow cooker.
  • Measure out the rest of the ingredients. Rinse the can of black beans and set aside. Measure out the string beans and the peppers and onion mix. Measure out the vegetable broth, jerk seasoning paste, thyme, cinnamon, and herbs.
  • Combine the sweet potatoes, black beans, red pepper and onion mix, green beans, jerk seasoning, thyme, cinnamon, and salt in the slow cooker. Mix well.
  • Cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the vegetable are tender.
  • Turn on warm and adjust the salt if it needs it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.55 kcal, Fat 0.48 g, TransFat 0.0 g, Cholesterol 0.0 mg, Carbohydrate 43.17 g, Protein 4.99 g, Fiber 8.09 g, Sugar 11.29 g, SaturatedFat 0.13 g, Sodium 191.95 mg

CARIBBEAN SWEET POTATO & BEAN STEW



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I got this recipe from the Easy Home Cooking magazine. I like trying new and different things so I made this. The only thing I did differently when I made it was I added about four chicken tenderloins about 2oz each cut up into chunks. Also, I cooked this in about 1 1/2 hours in a pot rather than in the slow cooker as the redipe requests.

Provided by carolinagal05

Categories     Stew

Time 4h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb)
2 cups frozen cut green beans
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth
1 small onion, sliced
2 teaspoons jamaican jerk spice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup slivered almonds (best if toasted)
hot pepper sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • If cooking in the slow cooker- combine all ingredients, except for almonds, in the slow cooker. Cover; cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or high 2-3 hours until vegetables are tender.
  • Then adjust seasonings and serve with almonds and hot pepper sauce if desired.
  • To toast almonds spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes.
  • To cook on the stove, if you add any meats, cook those first, then add all ingredients to a large pot, bring up to a boil, then reduce heat and cover, simmer for 1-2 hours or until vegetables are tender.
  • Use same directions for seasonings and hot sauce, but you can also toast your almonds in the microwave for 20-30 seconds in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.6, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 184.6, Carbohydrate 39.2, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 10.6

CARIBBEAN SWEET POTATO GRATIN



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From 2001 "Moosewood Restaurant: New Classics" cook book. This is a full-bodied main dish substantial enough for the heartiest appetite. Thinly sliced sweet potatoes are a must. Finely chopping the spinach--like a chiffon cut--helps disperse the flavor throughout.

Provided by HisPixie

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons lime peel, freshly grated
2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh
2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups coconut milk
1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup cooked rice
1 1/2 cups black beans, cooked (a drained, 15 ounce can is fine)
1 1/2 cups fresh spinach, rinsed, stemmed, and chopped
3/4 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and coat a 9-x-13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine the first 8 ingredients (garlic through coconut milk) in a medium bowl. Pour one third of this mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Layer half of the sweet potatoes in the bottom, then top with half of the rice, half of the black beans, and half of the spinach. Pour on another third of the coconut mixture (smoothing a bit to distribute evenly), and repeat the layers of sweet potato,rice, beans, and spinach. Pour the remaining coconut mixture over all and smooth to distribute evenly.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cornmeal, vegetable oil, thyme, cumin and salt. Sprinkle over prepared gratin.
  • Bake, uncovered, for about 60 minutes, rotating pan in oven after 30 minutes to ensure even baking. When finished, the gratin topping should be crisp and slightly golden brown and the potatoes will be tender. Let stand 2 or 3 minutes before serving to allow potatoes to absorb any remaining liquid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 715.5, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 19.6, Sodium 797.4, Carbohydrate 120.4, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 68.5, Protein 9.3

CARIBBEAN SWEET POTATO SALAD



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This is a 90's potato salad - a new and improved, redone, much better potato salad. Not only does it have a sweet potato, in addition to a Russet potato, but it also contains corn, cucumber, and peanuts! Corn oil will do if you don't have canola.

Provided by jessica

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large russet potato, peeled and quartered
1 large sweet potato, peeled and quartered
1 cup corn
1 teaspoon prepared Dijon-style mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons canola oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cucumber, halved lengthwise and chopped
½ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup finely chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Place the Russet potato pieces into a large saucepan, and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, turn the heat down, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the sweet potato, and cook about 15 minutes more. Remove a piece of each potato, and cut it in half to see if it is cooked enough. Once the potatoes are tender, add corn kernels; cook another 30 seconds. Drain through a colander. Fill the saucepan with cold water, and drop vegetables into water. Cool for 5 minutes, and drain.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together mustard, lime juice, cilantro, and garlic. Slowly whisk in oil. Mix in salt and black pepper.
  • Cut cooled potatoes into 1 inch cubes, and add to dressing along with cucumber, and red onion. Toss well. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Toss the peanuts in just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 290.4 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

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

Tips:

  • Choose sweet potatoes that are firm and have smooth skin. Avoid any that have bruises or blemishes.
  • If you don't have canned black beans, you can use dried black beans. Just be sure to soak them overnight before cooking.
  • You can add other vegetables to this stew, such as carrots, celery, or bell peppers.
  • If you want a spicier stew, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve this stew with rice, quinoa, or your favorite bread.

Conclusion:

This Caribbean sweet potato and bean stew is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and black beans. The stew is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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