Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil
- 2 large shallots (about 1 cup), diced
- 1” piece fresh ginger
- 1” piece fresh turmeric (optional)
- 1 cup lentils, sorted and rinsed well
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can coconut milk
- 3 small sweet potatoes (about 3 cups), peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 large handful of greens (kale, spinach, spigarello, etc.)
- Garnishes: fresh cilantro, fresh lime juice
Instructions
In a large straight-edge sauté pan with a lid, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the shallots, ginger and turmeric, and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the lentils, vegetable broth and sprig of thyme and stir well. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until half way done, about 10 minutes. Add the sweet potatoes, coconut milk, sea salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the potatoes and the lentils are tender, about 10-12 minutes. Uncover, add the red bell pepper and the greens. Mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the greens are wilted. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve topped with some fresh cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Bon appétit!
Find it online: https://livitygardens.com/lentil-and-sweet-potato-stew/