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Spicy Lentil Sweet Potato Stew Recipe

A thick vegan stew combining lentils and sweet potatoes simmered in spices for deep flavor and satisfying warmth.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Red lentils rinsed: 1 cup (200 g)
  • Sweet potato cubed: 2 medium (400 g)
  • Onion chopped: 1 medium
  • Garlic minced: 3 cloves
  • Ginger grated: 1 tablespoon
  • Olive oil: 1½ tablespoons
  • Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
  • Ground coriander: 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika: 1 teaspoon
  • Chili powder: ½ teaspoon
  • Turmeric powder: ¼ teaspoon
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Vegetable broth: 3 cups 720 ml
  • Tomato puree: ½ cup 120 ml
  • Fresh coriander chopped: 2 tablespoons

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté onion until soft.
  2. Add garlic and ginger, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in cumin, coriander, paprika, chili powder, turmeric, and salt.
  4. Add lentils, sweet potato, broth, and tomato puree.
  5. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes.
  6. Stir occasionally until lentils soften and stew thickens.
  7. Finish with fresh coriander before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Total Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 46 g
  • Fiber: 10 g
  • Protein: 14 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving, % DV)

  • Vitamin A: 90%
  • Folate: 45%
  • Iron: 25%
  • Potassium: 28%
  • Magnesium: 20%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Adjust chili level based on emotional resilience.
  • Serve with rice or flatbread for full comfort.
  • Tastes better the next day, like good decisions.
 
 
 
 
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