Caribbean Vegetable Stew Recipe

Name: Caribbean Vegetable Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 2 cups chopped onions; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 cups chopped cabbage; 1 fresh chili peppers, minced or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 2 cups water; 3 cups diced sweet potatoes (3/4 inch cubes); salt; 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes; 2 cups sliced okra, fresh or frozen; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; chopped peanuts

Servings: persons

2 cups chopped onions
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups chopped cabbage
1 fresh chili peppers, minced or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cups water
3 cups diced sweet potatoes (3/4 inch cubes)
salt
2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
2 cups sliced okra, fresh or frozen
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
chopped peanuts

1
In a stock pot or soup pot, heat oil over medium heat; saute onions for 4-5 minutes.
2
Add the cabbage and chile or cayenne; saute, stirring often, for about 8 minutes or until the onion is transparent.
3
Add the grated ginger and water; cover, and bring to a boil.
4
Uncover and add the sweet potatoes and salt to taste; simmer for 5-6 minutes or until the potatoes are barely tender.
5
Add the tomatoes, okra, and lime juice.
6
Continue to simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the vegetables are tender.
7
Add in the cilantro and more salt if needed; stir to combine.
8
Ladle soup into individual bowls; sprinkle with chopped peanuts and enjoy.

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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: 2 cups chopped onions, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 3 cups chopped cabbage, 1 fresh chili peppers, minced or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Vegetable Stew 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.

Caribbean Vegetable Stew

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