Lemongrass Sweet Potato Stew Recipe

Name: Lemongrass Sweet Potato Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 stalks lemongrass; 1 Tbsp (15 mL) grapeseed oil or vegetable oil; 1 medium red onion, sliced; 2 Tbsp (30 mL) Thai green curry paste (gluten free if required); 1 1/2 tsp (7 mL) minced garlic; 4 cups (1 L) sodium reduced chicken or vegetable stock; 1 2/3 cups (400 mL) light coconut milk; 3 tsp (15 mL) minced fresh Thai red or green chili or jalapeno pepper; 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut crosswise into strips 1/2 inch (1 cm) thick; Vegetarian option: substitute 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) of cooked white kidney beans; 1 1/4 lb (565 g) sweet potatoes cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) cubes (about 3 cups/750 mL); 1 cup (250 mL) green beans cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) pieces; 1/2 cup (125 mL) quinoa; 1 cup (250 mL) zucchini cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) cubes; 2 tsp (10 mL) chopped fresh basil or cilantro

Servings: persons

2 stalks lemongrass
1 Tbsp (15 mL) grapeseed oil or vegetable oil
1 medium red onion, sliced
2 Tbsp (30 mL) Thai green curry paste (gluten free if required)
1 1/2 tsp (7 mL) minced garlic
4 cups (1 L) sodium reduced chicken or vegetable stock
1 2/3 cups (400 mL) light coconut milk
3 tsp (15 mL) minced fresh Thai red or green chili or jalapeno pepper
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut crosswise into strips 1/2 inch (1 cm) thick
Vegetarian option: substitute 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) of cooked white kidney beans
1 1/4 lb (565 g) sweet potatoes cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) cubes (about 3 cups/750 mL)
1 cup (250 mL) green beans cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) pieces
1/2 cup (125 mL) quinoa
1 cup (250 mL) zucchini cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) cubes
2 tsp (10 mL) chopped fresh basil or cilantro

1
Cut off the bottom third or the lemongrass stalks. Peel off the dry outer layers. Slice stalks into paper thin pieces. Set aside.
2
Heat the oil in a large saucepan on medium-low heat. Add the red onion, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 minutes or until the onion starts to soften. (If the pan gets dry, add a spoonful of water.) Add the curry paste and garlic, stir for 1 minute. Add the stock, coconut milk, lemongrass and hot chilies. Bring to a boil.
3
Add the chicken, return to a boil. Add the sweet potatoes, green beans and quinoa. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes. Stir in the zucchini, (and kidney beans if using) cover and simmer for another 10 minutes. Remove the lid and simmer for another 5 minutes, until slightly thickened. Stir in the basil or cilantro and serve.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 stalks lemongrass, 1 Tbsp (15 mL) grapeseed oil or vegetable oil, 1 medium red onion, sliced, 2 Tbsp (30 mL) Thai green curry paste (gluten free if required), and more.

Yes, Lemongrass Sweet Potato 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.

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Lemongrass Sweet Potato Stew

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