Save It A hearty flavora ble vegetarian chili packed with tender sweet potatoes black beans and warming spices perfect for cozy nights or meal prep
This chili has become a staple in my household especially during chilly evenings it warms us up and satisfies everyone's taste buds
Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes: 2 medium about 500 g peeled and diced
- Onion: 1 large diced
- Red bell pepper: 1 diced
- Garlic: 3 cloves minced
- Jalapeño: 1 seeded and finely chopped optional
- Black beans: 2 cans 400 g each drained and rinsed
- Diced tomatoes: 1 can 400 g
- Tomato paste: 2 tbsp
- Vegetable broth: 2 cups 480 ml
- Ground cumin: 2 tsp
- Chili powder: 2 tsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Ground coriander: 1/2 tsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp optional for warmth
- Salt: 1/2 tsp more to taste
- Black pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Chopped fresh cilantro: optional garnish
- Sliced avocado: optional garnish
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt: use dairy-free for vegan optional garnish
- Lime wedges: optional garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat Add a splash of oil then sauté onion bell pepper and jalapeño if using for 4–5 minutes until softened
- Step 2:
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant
- Step 3:
- Add sweet potatoes cumin chili powder smoked paprika coriander cinnamon salt and pepper Stir to coat vegetables in spices
- Step 4:
- Mix in black beans diced tomatoes with juices tomato paste and vegetable broth Bring to a boil
- Step 5:
- Reduce heat to low cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes stirring occasionally until sweet potatoes are tender and chili has thickened
- Step 6:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed
- Step 7:
- Serve hot garnished with cilantro avocado sour cream and lime wedges as desired
Save It This recipe often brings my family together especially on the weekends when we share a warm meal and stories from the day
Required Tools
Large pot or Dutch oven cutting board chefs knife wooden spoon or spatula can opener
Allergen Information
Contains no common allergens as written If using sour cream or Greek yogurt contains dairy Always check canned goods and broth for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Per serving Calories 350 Total Fat 3 g Carbohydrates 66 g Protein 14 g
Save It This chili is perfect for meal prepping and tastes even better the next day
Common Questions About Recipes
- → Can I make this dish spicier?
Yes, adding extra jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper will increase the heat. A chipotle pepper in adobo adds smoky spice as well.
- → What beans can I substitute for black beans?
Kidney beans or pinto beans are great alternatives that maintain a similar texture and flavor balance.
- → How do I know when the sweet potatoes are cooked?
They should be tender when pierced with a fork after simmering 25-30 minutes in the chili.
- → Can this dish be prepared ahead of time?
Absolutely. It develops more flavor when stored overnight and reheated, making it ideal for meal prep.
- → What garnishes complement this chili?
Fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and lime wedges add freshness and creaminess.