# What You'll Need:
→ Main ingredients
01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
02 - 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
03 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
06 - 2 tablespoons chili powder
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
10 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Liquids
11 - 2 cups vegetable broth
→ Optional garnishes
12 - Sliced avocado
13 - Fresh cilantro leaves
14 - Lime wedges
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Wash, peel, and cut the sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
02 - In a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Incorporate sweet potato cubes, black beans, diced tomatoes with juices, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and vegetable broth. Mix well to combine.
04 - Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and flavors meld.
05 - Taste and adjust salt or spices as desired. Ladle chili into bowls and top with optional garnishes such as avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.
