African Sweet Potato Stew Recipe

Name: African Sweet Potato Stew Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 1 lrg onion, minced (about 2 c.); 2 c. minced cabbage; 3 x cloves garlic, chopped, up to 4; 18 ounce canned sweet potatoes liquid removed and minced; 14 1/2 ounce canned tomato wedges, undrained Or possibly diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 1/2 c. tomato juice; 3/4 c. apple juice; 1 tsp grated fresh ginger root, up to 2; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, up to 1/2; 2 c. frzn cut green beans; 1/3 c. natural peanut butter; 6 c. cooked brown rice

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 lrg onion, minced (about 2 c.)
2 c. minced cabbage
3 x cloves garlic, chopped, up to 4
18 ounce canned sweet potatoes liquid removed and minced
14 1/2 ounce canned tomato wedges, undrained Or possibly diced tomatoes, undrained
1 1/2 c. tomato juice
3/4 c. apple juice
1 tsp grated fresh ginger root, up to 2
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, up to 1/2
2 c. frzn cut green beans
1/3 c. natural peanut butter
6 c. cooked brown rice

1
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add in the onion; cook, stirring, till tender, about 5 min.
3
Fold in the cabbage and garlic; cook, stirring, till the cabbage is tender-crisp, about 5 min.
4
Stir in the sweet potatoes, tomatoes, tomato juice, apple juice, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
5
Reduce the heat to medium-low; cover.
6
Simmer till warm and bubbling, about 6 min.
7
Stir in the green beans and simmer, uncovered, for 5 min.
8
Stir in the peanut butter till well-blended and warm, about 1 minute.
9
Serve the stew with crusty bread and a salad, or possibly spoon it over rice or possibly mashed potatoes.

1775

kcal

Calories

Fat

364

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, 1 lrg onion, minced (about 2 c.), 2 c. minced cabbage, 3 x cloves garlic, chopped, up to 4, and more.

Yes, African Sweet Potato Stew Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!