I don't mean to be dramatic, but really I don't think I could live without sweet potatoes.
They get a terrible reputation as a thanksgiving side dish, covered in corn syrup and butter, or even marshmallows (so happy my family doesn't do the marshmallow thing).
A few years ago, sweet potatoes started popping up on menus as an alternative to french fries. You can even get sweet potatoes as tots at TJ's these days. That seems like a slippery slope I don't want to start down though...
But have you ever just eaten a sweet potato without sugar or deep frying? Just a baked sweet potato? Maybe a touch of earth balance, or greek yogurt, or just a sprinkle of salt. It's all they need.
Unless you want to make chili:
Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili
serves 4 at least
1 tbsp EVOO
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 small sweet potatoes, cubed
1 bell pepper, chopped
1/4 c. water
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp cumin
1 tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1 can diced tomatoes, no salt added
juice of 1 lime
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 can water
tabasco to taste
brown sugar to taste
Toppings: avocado, soy cheeze, green onion
In a large pot, heat EVOO. Saute onion and garlic 3 minutes, or until softened.
Toss in sweet potatoes.
And bell peppers.
Uncover and add in garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, pepper, and salt. Toss everything around and let the spices get toasty.
Add in tomatoes, black beans (drained and rinsed!!), water, and lime juice.
And add heat to your liking. Bring back to a boil, then reduce to low. Let simmer for 15 minutes. Then taste and add sugar for balance and additional salt if needed. The sugar balances out the acidity from the tomatoes, lime, and tabasco. You could use agave or maple syrup if you prefer.
Top with topping of choice, I recommend avocado!
Eat more sweet potatoes!
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