Djiboutian Spiced Sweet Potato Stew (Ragoût de Patates Douces Épicées Djiboutien)

Ragoût de Patates Douces Épicées Djiboutien, or Djiboutian Spiced Sweet Potato Stew, is a flavorful and comforting dish that is popular in Djiboutian cuisine. This hearty stew is made with a combination of aromatic spices and sweet potatoes, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.

Djiboutian Spiced Sweet Potato Stew (Ragoût de Patates Douces Épicées Djiboutien)

Ingredients

  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
  2. Add the diced sweet potatoes to the pot, along with the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Stir to coat the sweet potatoes with the spices.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  4. Once the sweet potatoes are cooked through, adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the Ragoût de Patates Douces Épicées Djiboutien hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Can opener Stirring spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Ragoût de Patates Douces Épicées Djiboutien with a side of couscous or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add more cayenne pepper to the stew according to your preference.

Cost

$10