African Sweet Potato Stew for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 lb beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

90 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
3. Add the onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
4. Add the garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5. Add the sweet potato and tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Stir in the coconut milk and chicken broth and bring to a boil.
7. Return the beef to the pot and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the sweet potato is cooked through.
8. Stir in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Fat: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and savory with a hint of spice
• Creamy and rich with the coconut milk
• Hearty and comforting with the tender beef and sweet potato
• Vibrant and colorful with the fresh cilantro

User Comments:

• "This stew is absolutely delicious! The flavors are perfect and it's so easy to make." - Julie
• "I love the combination of sweet potato and coconut milk. It's a unique and flavorful dish." - Mark
• "This stew is a perfect meal for a cold night. It's warm and comforting." - Sarah

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have coconut milk, you can substitute with heavy cream or plain yogurt.
• If you want a spicier stew, add more cayenne pepper to taste.
• Serve the stew with rice or your favorite bread for dipping.