Spiced Senegalese Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes
A rich and hearty vegan stew blending sweet potatoes and tomatoes with creamy peanut butter and warm African spices. This african-inspired vegan (vegan, gluten free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed, large yellow onion, diced, medium red bell pepper, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger root, minced
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
- 1/3 cup natural peanut butter
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large diced yellow onion, 1 medium diced red bell pepper, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon minced ginger. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until spices are toasted.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes, 3 cups vegetable broth, 1/3 cup natural peanut butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Step 4: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and the stew is thick and creamy.
- Step 5: Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and accompanied by steamed rice or flatbread.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Senegalese Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Spiced Senegalese Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large yellow onion, diced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Senegalese Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spiced Senegalese Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Spiced Senegalese Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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