Best 3 Spicy Sweet Potato And Lentil Stew Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our exploration of the perfect recipe for "Spicy Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew." This delectable dish tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of sweet potatoes, lentils, and an array of spices that create a symphony of flavors. Whether you seek a comforting meal on a chilly evening or a vibrant addition to your dinner repertoire, this stew promises to deliver a delightful and satisfying experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY SWEET POTATO AND LENTIL STEW



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Quick vegan soup with chipotle peppers. Garnish each bowl with 1 tablespoon sour cream, green onions, and cilantro.

Provided by Susie

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 49m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 slices tempeh bacon (such as LightLife® Fakin' Bacon®), diced
¼ cup dry white wine
1 canned chipotle chile, drained and chopped, or more to taste
4 cups vegetable broth
3 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
3 cups water
1 cup dry red lentils
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute until softened and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add tempeh bacon, wine, and chipotle chile. Cook and stir until combined, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium. Add broth, sweet potatoes, water, and lentils. Cook stew until lentils fall apart and potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in cinnamon; season with salt and pepper.
  • Place tortilla strips in a small skillet over high heat; cook until crispy, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Ladle stew into bowls; top with toasted tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 666.7 mg, Sugar 10 g

SPICY LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO STEW WITH CHIPOTLES



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Categories     Bean     Potato     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Winter     Vegan

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
2 medium carrots, diced
1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed
6 cups water
2 medium-size sweet potatoes (aka yams, with dark orange flesh, 1 to 1 1/4 pounds), peeled and cut in large dice
1 to 2 chipotles in adobo, seeded and chopped (to taste)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (to taste)
Lime wedges for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until it softens, about 5 minutes, and add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until the garlic smells fragrant, about 30 seconds, and add the ground cumin seeds and carrots. Stir together for a minute, then add the lentils, water, sweet potatoes, chipotles, tomato paste, salt to taste and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes, until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender and the broth fragrant. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in the cilantro or parsley, simmer for another minute, and serve, passing lime wedges so diners can season their lentils with a squeeze of lime juice if desired.

SPICY LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO STEW WITH CHIPOTLES



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The sweetness of the sweet potatoes infuses this Mexican-inspired lentil dish along with the heat of the chipotles, which also have a certain sweetness as well because of the adobo sauce they're they are packed in. The combination, with the savory lentils, is a winner.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 1h

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
2 medium carrots, diced
1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed
6 cups water
2 medium-size sweet potatoes (aka yams, with dark orange flesh, 1 to 1 1/4 pounds), peeled and cut in large dice
1 to 2 chipotles in adobo, seeded and chopped (to taste)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (to taste)
Lime wedges for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until it softens, about 5 minutes, and add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until the garlic smells fragrant, about 30 seconds, and add the ground cumin seeds and carrots. Stir together for a minute, then add the lentils, water, sweet potatoes, chipotles, tomato paste, salt to taste and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes, until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender and the broth fragrant. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in the cilantro or parsley, simmer for another minute, and serve, passing lime wedges so diners can season their lentils with a squeeze of lime juice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 163, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 614 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • For a creamier stew, use coconut milk instead of vegetable broth.
  • Add a teaspoon of garam masala or curry powder for a more flavorful stew.
  • If you don't have fresh ginger or garlic, use 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger and 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.
  • Serve the stew with rice, quinoa, or naan bread.
  • Garnish the stew with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Conclusion:

This spicy sweet potato and lentil stew is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold night. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. The stew is also a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and lentils. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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