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

Lefa Lebusho
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The lentils and sweet potatoes were cooked perfectly and the chipotles added a nice smoky flavor. I served it with bread and it was a hearty and filling meal. I would recommend this


Biplob Reza
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of lentils, sweet potatoes, and chipotles. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and easy meal. I'll definitely be making this again.


philip kiptarbei
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better. The lentils and sweet potatoes were cooked perfectly and the chipotles added a nice smoky flavor. I served it with rice and it was a hearty and filling meal. I


sartaj wali
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for hearty and flavorful vegetarian stews. This one definitely fit the bill! The lentils and sweet potatoes were a great combination, and the chipotles added a nice kick. I served it with rice and it was a deli


Patrick Tsori
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This stew was a hit at my party! I made a double batch and it was all gone by the end of the night. The lentils and sweet potatoes were a great combination, and the chipotles added a nice kick. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and easy me


Norbai kasan
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this stew. The sweet potatoes and chipotles balanced out the flavor of the lentils perfectly. I served it with cornbread and it was a delicious and satisfying meal. I'll definitely be making this aga


Limedo David
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The lentils and sweet potatoes were cooked perfectly and the chipotles added a nice smoky flavor. I served it with rice and it was a hearty and filling meal. I would recommend this r


Md Rofic
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it was perfect! The lentils and sweet potatoes were tender and flavorful, and the chipotles added a nice kick. I served it with bread and it was a delicious and easy meal. I'll definitely be making this again.


Daphnick Modikana
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I followed the recipe exactly and my stew turned out great! The lentils and sweet potatoes were cooked perfectly and the chipotles added a nice smoky flavor. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family. I'll definitely be making this again.


Thilini Madushika
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This stew was a waste of time and ingredients. The lentils were hard and the sweet potatoes were undercooked. The chipotles were way too spicy and overpowered the other flavors. I would not recommend this recipe.


Mr Jordan Sith
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I found this stew to be bland and unflavorful. The lentils and sweet potatoes were cooked properly, but the chipotles did not add any noticeable flavor. I would not recommend this recipe.


Abdul Sayad
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This stew was a disappointment. The lentils were overcooked and the sweet potatoes were mushy. The chipotles were too spicy for my taste. I would not recommend this recipe.


Camiliana Mata
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This stew was easy to make and turned out great! The lentils and sweet potatoes cooked perfectly in the slow cooker, and the chipotles added just the right amount of heat. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family. I'll definitely be maki


Ahmar Ali
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This stew was delicious! The flavors were complex and well-balanced. I especially loved the combination of sweet potatoes and lentils. The chipotles added a nice smoky flavor that really brought the dish together. I would definitely recommend this re


Habi
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I'm a vegan, and I'm always looking for hearty and flavorful vegan stews. This one definitely fit the bill! The lentils and sweet potatoes were a great combination, and the chipotles added a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.


Sussy Sassy
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This stew was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the sweet potatoes were tender and flavorful. The chipotles added a nice smoky flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


iker ultimateplayziker
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I'm a huge fan of spicy stews, and this one definitely delivered! The combination of sweet potatoes and lentils created a hearty and flavorful base, while the chipotles added just the right amount of heat. I'll definitely be making this again.