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Black-Eyed Pea Sweet Potato Chili Recipe

Black-Eyed Pea Sweet Potato Chili Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Black-Eyed Pea Sweet Potato Chili. This vegan and gluten-free dish is loaded with nutritious ingredients and warming spices, making it the perfect comfort food for chilly days.


Ingredients

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Vegetable Chili:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Garnish:

  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté onion until softened. Add garlic, bell peppers, sweet potatoes, and cook.
  2. Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes, broth, tomato paste, and seasonings. Simmer until sweet potatoes are tender.
  3. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For added protein, stir in cooked ground turkey or chicken.
  • This chili tastes even better the next day as flavors meld.
  • Serve with cornbread, rice, or tortilla chips.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 630 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 54 g
  • Fiber: 13 g
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg