Sweet Potato Lentil Stew Recipe

Sweet Potato Lentil Stew Recipe Sweet Potato Lentil Stew Recipe photo by Taste of Home Rating 4

"Years ago, I fell in love with the spicy flavor and wonderful aroma of this hearty slow-cooker recipe," relates Heather Gray of Little Rock, Arkansas. "You can serve the stew alone or as a topper for meat and poultry. It's great either way!"

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Sweet Potato Lentil Stew Recipe
  • Prep: 5 min. Cook: 5 hours
  • Yield: 6 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1-1/4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 3 cups)
  • 1-1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
  • 3 medium carrots, cut into chunks
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until vegetables are tender. Stir in cilantro and salt. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1-1/3 cups equals 247 calories, 1 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 785 mg sodium, 48 g carbohydrate, 13 g fiber, 14 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable.

Originally published as Sweet Potato Lentil Stew in Light & Tasty October/November 2003, p17

Light-Bodied Red Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied red wine such as Pinot Noir.

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Reviewed on Apr. 21, 2013 by JennTats

I tweaked the spices by adding a pinch more here & there for a richer taste. I also added a can of diced tomatoes to the cooking process, cream of mushroom soup can also be added to add creaminess & to thicken the broth. I cooked all the ingredients except the sweet potatoes for 4 hrs & then added the sweet potatoes & cooked for another 4 hrs in a slow cooker. If adding the potatoes later doesn't work for you make sure to chop them in large chunks or halves so it doesn't dissolve into mush. Zucchini, eggplant & russet potatoes make for a nice lentil too. Thanks for recipe.

Reviewed on Aug. 02, 2012 by CrashDogsMom

We really enjoyed the mix of flavors in this stew!

Reviewed on Jul. 02, 2012 by MumsyG

While this was fairly good, I agree with another reviewer in that the lentils were still rather firm even after 6 hrs. I would like to try this recipe again, but would increase the amount of spices/seasonings and add possibly spinach, kale, corn, and/or zuchinni to add extra flavor and color. I did happen to add some pre-cooked barley just before serving, which added a nice nutty flavor. With some tweaking, this could be a 5 star dish!

Reviewed on Jan. 08, 2011 by queenzookie

Sorry to disagree with the other reviews, but no one in my family liked this. It seemed like there were too many lentils, and the lentils were firm while the other vegetables were falling-apart tender. The lentils and sweet potatoes just didn't work for us.

Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2010 by jmscoker

Tasty, hearty, warm, and just the right amount of spice.

Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2010 by GrammyMary

This is one of the best recipes I've made from TOH! My family really enjoys this dish and I've shared it with many friends who have fallen in love with it also!! Not only would I make this again, but I make it regularly!!

Reviewed on Feb. 04, 2010 by magma137

I didn't add the salt because I thought it had great flavor. I do think the lentils may need to be cooked a little before being added. They seemed a little "crunchier" than they probably should have been. I'd definitely make this again, though!

Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2008 by gloria195

Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2008 by jellenmelvin

needed more flavor after 5 hours in crockpot. Added can of chicken broth and adobo seasoning to taste. Very good and filling. great source of fiber.

 
 

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