Afro-Caribbean Sweet Potato & Black Bean Stew
A hearty, protein-packed stew with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and smoky adobo seasoning. This afro-caribbean-inspired vegetarian ready in about 45 minutes pairs (peeled, 1/2-inch cubes) sweet potatoes, (15 oz, rinsed) black beans, teaspoons adobo seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 (peeled, 1/2-inch cubes) sweet potatoes
- 1 can (15 oz, rinsed) black beans
- 1.5 teaspoons adobo seasoning
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potato cubes with 1/2 teaspoon adobo seasoning, spread on a baking sheet, and roast for 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 2: In a pot, sauté diced onion and minced garlic over medium heat for 3 minutes until soft. Add remaining 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning, cumin, and diced tomatoes, stirring for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add roasted sweet potatoes, rinsed black beans, and chicken broth. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until flavors combine and sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Afro-Caribbean Sweet Potato & Black Bean Stew take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Afro-Caribbean Sweet Potato & Black Bean Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (15 oz, rinsed) black beans from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Afro-Caribbean Sweet Potato & Black Bean Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Afro-Caribbean Sweet Potato & Black Bean Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Afro-Caribbean Sweet Potato & Black Bean Stew?
Afro-Caribbean vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect vegetarian recipe for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
