African Chick Pea Stew

This is a great meal for vegetarians!

*Courtesy of Corinna, a DSP member.

Ingredients
1 can chick peas
1 1/2 lbs uncooked sweet potato diced
1 can diced tomatoes (low sodium or no salt added)
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup carrots, sliced
Spice paste (recipe below)

Spice Paste Ingredients
4 cloves garlic
1 tsp Celtic Sea Salt
2 tsp sweet parprika
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp cracked black pepper
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Spice Paste Directions

1. Blend all spice paste ingredients in a blender or mini food processor until a thick paste forms.
2. Add water one teaspoon at a time if necessary.

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large skillet and simmer until vegetables are tender.
2. Serve with brown rice or quinoa. Delicious!

*Looking for something different? Add 2-3 tablespoons of raw peanut butter.