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Beef and Sweet Potato Chili Recipe

This Beef and Sweet Potato Chili Recipe uses plant-based beef, tender sweet potatoes, and warming spices for a deeply comforting vegan chili.

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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Plant-based beef mince – 250 g
  • Sweet potato – 1½ cups peeled and diced
  • Olive oil – 1½ tablespoons
  • Onion – 1 medium chopped
  • Garlic – 4 cloves minced
  • Tomato puree – 1½ cups
  • Vegetable broth – 1 cup
  • Chili powder – 1½ teaspoons
  • Smoked paprika – 1 teaspoon
  • Cumin powder – 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper – ¼ teaspoon
  • Salt – to taste
  • Red chili flakes – ¼ teaspoon
  • Bell pepper – 1 cup chopped
  • Fresh cilantro – 2 tablespoons chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and sauté until soft and glossy.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook briefly until aromatic.
  4. Add plant-based beef and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it gently.
  5. Sprinkle chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Add sweet potatoes and bell pepper, stirring well.
  7. Pour in tomato puree and vegetable broth.
  8. Simmer uncovered for 25 minutes until potatoes soften.
  9. Adjust seasoning and add chili flakes if desired.
  10. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 28 g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin B12: 35%
  • Vitamin A: 90%
  • Iron: 26%
  • Magnesium: 20%
  • Potassium: 28%

Additional Notes / Tips to Enhance the Flavor

  • Add cocoa powder for depth without sweetness.
  • Serve with rice or crusty bread for balance.
  • Let leftovers rest overnight, because chili improves with time.
Because strong, comforting meals should feel intentional, nourishing, and confidently satisfying.