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spiced butternut squash stew

Okra Stew with Spiced Butternut Squash Chunks

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine African
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 Measuring spoons set

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 2 cup butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
  • 2 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 cup fresh okra trimmed and sliced
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • fresh cilantro chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
  • Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, and chili flakes, cooking for 1 minute.
  • Add the cubed butternut squash and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  • Add the sliced okra and season with salt and black pepper.
  • Cover the pot and let it simmer for 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Remove from heat and let the stew rest for 10 minutes.
  • Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider roasting the butternut squash chunks before adding them to the stew. If fresh okra is unavailable, you can use frozen okra, but be sure to thaw it first. Adjust the chili flakes based on your spice preference for a milder or spicier stew.
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