Sweet Potato and Black Bean Stew (Caldo de Batata Doce e Feijão Preto)

Caldo de Batata Doce e Feijão Preto, or Sweet Potato and Black Bean Stew, is a traditional Cape Verdean dish that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy meal.

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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Stew (Caldo de Batata Doce e Feijão Preto)

Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Add the sweet potatoes, black beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  5. Adjust the seasoning if needed, then serve the stew hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
10g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Serving bowls Soup ladle

Serving suggestions

Serve the Caldo de Batata Doce e Feijão Preto with crusty bread or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, garnish the stew with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime before serving.

Cost

$10