Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew (Ragoût de Pois Chiches Épicé et de Patate Douce)

This Ragoût de Pois Chiches Épicé et de Patate Douce, or Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew, is a flavorful and hearty dish from Comorian cuisine. It's a perfect combination of spices, vegetables, and legumes that will warm you up on a cold day.

Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew (Ragoût de Pois Chiches Épicé et de Patate Douce)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced sweet potatoes, chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Adjust the seasoning if needed and serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Carbohydrates
55g
Protein
10g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Ragoût de Pois Chiches Épicé et de Patate Douce with a side of crusty bread or over cooked quinoa for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the stew.

Cost

$10