🍳 mexican, american • dinner, lunchDifficulty: easy👥 4 Servings

Hearty One-Pot Smoky Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili

Rich, comforting one-pot chili packed with tender roasted sweet potatoes, black turtle beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, sweet corn, and a hint of unsweetened dark cocoa powder for depth.

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

25 mins

Total Calories

115 kcal

Plant Protein

5.2g

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  • 2 cans (800g)
  • 1 tbsp
  • 1 tbsp

🍳 Equipment Needed:

Large heavy-bottomed stockpotWooden spoonCutting board and chef knife

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions, minced garlic, and red bell peppers for 5 minutes until softened.

  2. 2

    Stir in smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, oregano, and unsweetened cocoa powder; toast spices for 60 seconds until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add peeled 1.5cm diced sweet potatoes, fire-roasted crushed tomatoes, drained black beans, sweet corn, and 2 cups vegetable broth. Season with 1 tsp salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

  4. 4

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until sweet potatoes are fork-tender. Serve garnished with diced avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition Breakdown (per 100g)

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5.2g

Protein

19.8g

Carbs

2.4g

Fat

5.8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why add cocoa powder to vegan chili?
Unsweetened cocoa powder adds an earthy, rounded, deep umami note that mimics the richness traditionally found in slow-simmered stews.