Caribbean Vegetable Stew Recipe

Name: Caribbean Vegetable Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups onions chopped; 1 x vegetable stock; 1 x wine for sauteeing; 3 cups cabbage chopped; 1 each chile pepper fresh; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon ginger root fresh grated; 2 cups water; 3 cups sweet potatoes, or yams diced, cut into 1/2 to 3/4inch cubes; 1 x salt to taste; 2 cups tomatoes undrained, fresh or canned; 2 cups okra sliced; 3 tablespoons lime juice; 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped fresh; 1 x peanuts chopped; 1 x cilantro

Servings: persons

2 cups onions chopped
1 x vegetable stock
1 x wine for sauteeing
3 cups cabbage chopped
1 each chile pepper fresh
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon ginger root fresh grated
2 cups water
3 cups sweet potatoes, or yams diced, cut into 1/2 to 3/4inch cubes
1 x salt to taste
2 cups tomatoes undrained, fresh or canned
2 cups okra sliced
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons cilantro chopped fresh
1 x peanuts chopped
1 x cilantro

1
In a nonreactive pot, saute the onions in the broth/wine on medium heat for 4 or 5 minutes.
2
Add the cabbage and the chile or cayenne and continue to saute, stirring often, until the onions are translucent, about 8 minutes.
3
Add the grated ginger andthe water, cover the pot, and bring to a boil.
4
Stir in the sweet potatoes, sprinkle with salt, and simmer for 5 or 6 minutes, until the potatoes are barely tender.
5
Add the tomatoes, okra, and lime juice.
6
Simmer until all of the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
7
Stir in the cilantro and add more salt to taste.
8
Sprinkle the stew with chopped peanuts.
9
Top with a few sprigs of cilantro, if you like.

389

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups onions chopped, 1 x vegetable stock, 1 x wine for sauteeing, 3 cups cabbage chopped, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Caribbean Vegetable Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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