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.

Janice Coco
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I can't wait to try this stew. It looks amazing!


Pak Islam
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This stew is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


A'Nyla Lakes
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This stew is a must-try for anyone who loves lentils and sweet potatoes.


Stephanie Stice
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Yousuf Lahary
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sapphira Moon
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes. This stew is definitely a keeper.


A Djani
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This stew is so hearty and filling. It's perfect for a family dinner.


Meraj Nil
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I love the smoky flavor that the chipotles add to this stew. It's a great dish for a cold winter day.


Cody Stanley
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover lentils and sweet potatoes. I also added some chopped kale and it was delicious.


Cleodene Smith
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out perfectly. It was a little spicy for my taste, but I just added a little sour cream to cool it down.


Rocio Salas
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This stew is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


Ayomide Marvellous
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I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but this stew changed my mind. The lentils were cooked perfectly and had a great texture. The sweet potatoes and chipotles added a nice sweetness and smokiness.


Asante Prince
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This stew was a hit with my family! The combination of lentils, sweet potatoes, and chipotles created a delicious and hearty dish. I especially loved the smoky flavor that the chipotles added.