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.
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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