Sweet Potato Stew
A quick, comforting stew of sweet potatoes simmered in a spiced broth. Ready in about 20 minutes, it's perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 4g

Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 small onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Peel and dice the 2 sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Dice the 1 small onion.
- 2
Heat the 1 tbsp olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the 1 tsp ground cumin and 0.5 tsp salt, then add the sweet potatoes and 2 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- 4
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until sweet potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Mash lightly with a fork for a thicker stew.
- 5
Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.
Tools you’ll need
- pot
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
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