Season 02 - Lunch / S02L08
Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili
Story
As Don Luis stirs the deep, rich chili, the kitchen fills with the scent of smoky spices, roasted turkey, and caramelized sweet potatoes. “This one’s a game-changer,” he says with a grin, sprinkling in cinnamon for warmth and chili powder for heat. The balance of sweet and spicy flavors makes each spoonful feel like a warm hug on a chilly day. “Healthy, hearty, and full of Latin soul,” he declares, ladling out a steaming bowl. One bite, and you’re hooked. 🍲🔥
Ingredients
- For the Chili:
- 1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 1 lb ground turkey 🦃
- 0.5 small onion, diced 🧅
- 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 tsp salt 🧂
- 0.5 tsp black pepper ⚫
- 1 tsp cumin ✨
- 1 tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon (adds a warm twist) 🍂
- 1 tsp chili powder (or more to taste) 🔥
- 1 tsp dried oregano 🌿
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced 🍠
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed 🫘
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes 🍅
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth 🍲
- 0.5 tsp adobo seasoning ✨
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat) 🔥
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish) 🌿
Instructions
- 11️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics
- 2Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant. 🧄🧅
- 32️⃣ Brown the Turkey
- 4Add ground turkey and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon. Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, chili powder, and oregano. 🦃✨
- 53️⃣ Add the Sweet Potato & Beans
- 6Stir in sweet potatoes, black beans, and diced tomatoes. Mix well to combine flavors. 🍠🫘
- 74️⃣ Simmer the Chili
- 8Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sweet potatoes are tender. 🍲🔥
- 95️⃣ Final Touch & Serve
- 10Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and serve warm. 🍽️🌿
About the narrator
Don Luis · A character for three generations
Don Luis is the brand character and narrator for this catalog: a warm voice for Puerto Rican family recipes tested by the real creator behind the brand. The project carries three generations of flavor and writes each recipe step by step so any kid can follow it.
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