Soul-Warming Hearty Vegan Stew for Cozy Nights

This Hearty Vegan Stew is a comforting, flavorful dish brimming with seasonal vegetables, jackfruit, and gnocchi, perfect for cozy nights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Comfort Foods

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 large Yellow Onion Adds sweetness and flavor base to the stew.
2 medium Carrots Provide natural sweetness and texture.
3 cloves Garlic Enhances aroma and depth.
2 medium Fresh Tomatoes Contributes acidity and freshness.

For the Hearty Fillers

1 cup Jackfruit Pieces Acts as a meat substitute, offering texture.
16 oz Gnocchi Provides heartiness and chew.
1 cup Frozen Green Peas Adds sweetness and color.

For Seasoning

1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Provides a fragrant herbal note.
4 whole Whole Cloves Infuses warm, aromatic flavor.
2 leaves Bay Leaves Adds depth to the stew.
1 tsp Smoked Paprika Provides a smoky flavor.
to taste Sea Salt Essential for seasoning.
to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.

For Thickening

3 tbsp Whole Wheat Pastry Flour Thickens the stew and adds body.

For the Rich Liquid

4 cups Vegetable Stock Serves as the liquid base.
1 cup Red Wine Enhances flavor depth.

For Garnishing

1/4 cup Fresh Italian Parsley Adds freshness and color before serving.

Equipment

Dutch oven

Method

Preheat a Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Sauté chopped yellow onion and carrot for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until the aroma fills the air.
Incorporate jackfruit pieces, fresh thyme, bay leaves, and red wine. Simmer until the wine reduces almost completely.
Whisk together whole wheat pastry flour and vegetable stock until smooth, then pour into the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer, add smoked paprika and whole cloves.
Cook the stew for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender.
Fold in gnocchi, diced tomatoes, and frozen green peas. Cook until gnocchi float and peas are heated, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove thyme sprigs and cloves. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
Stir in freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

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