Savory Yam and Bean Stew

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A hearty Nigerian dish combining starchy yam, kidney beans, and aromatic spices for a comforting, protein-packed meal. This Nigerian-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs yam, kidney beans, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Nigerian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until golden.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and 3 tbsp pepper soup, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb cubed yam, 15 oz drained kidney beans, and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes until the yam is tender.
  4. Step 4: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve with steamed rice.

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