RED LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO STEW

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This is a hearty Indian-style stew without meat but chock full of protein.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons coconut or extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 diced large onion
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 minced cloves garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 peeled and diced sweet potatoes
1 diced (stemmed, seeded) red bell pepper
1 1/2 cups rinsed red lentils
6 cups Cleansing Broth
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook cumin, turmeric and curry powder until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add onion with a few pinches salt, and cook, stirring, until tender, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until tender, about 2 minutes. Add sweet potatoes and bell pepper and cook 1 minute.
  • Add lentils and cleansing broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Top with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 16 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 879 g

Kanyinsola Idjai
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my stew turned out bland and watery. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


star muheet07
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This stew is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also very low in calories.


Bishnu Ghimire
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I love the vibrant colors in this stew. It's so inviting and delicious.


Obet Pabon
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very affordable and easy to make.


Chand Bhatti
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I'm new to cooking, and this recipe was easy to follow. The stew turned out great, and my family loved it.


kingwonkrsa yg
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This is the best lentil and sweet potato stew I've ever had! The flavors are amazing, and the stew is so hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Rass baby Akanyirege
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I made this stew for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


charmaine joubert
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This stew is delicious! The lentils and sweet potatoes are cooked perfectly, and the broth is flavorful and rich. I added a bit of chopped cilantro to mine, and it was the perfect finishing touch.


Iqra Ammad
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The stew was too watery and the lentils were undercooked. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Kamet Grant
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I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to use up leftover lentils and sweet potatoes, and it's also a very affordable meal.


Mahim Hossin
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This stew is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of lentils and sweet potatoes, and the broth is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Mohamed Rahamtalla
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices or herbs.


Jennifer Brenton
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I'm not a vegan, but I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian dishes to try. This lentil and sweet potato stew definitely did not disappoint! The flavors were amazing, and the stew was so hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this


Mxolisi Jali
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This lentil and sweet potato stew is a delicious, comforting, and satisfying dish. The lentils and sweet potatoes are cooked until tender, and the broth is flavorful and rich. I added a bit of extra spice to mine with some cayenne pepper, and it was