Southwestern Beef Sweet Potato Skillet (Version for Printing)
Savor a hearty skillet of ground beef, sweet potatoes, black beans, and vibrant spices—perfect for dinner.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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450 g lean ground beef
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80 g yellow onion, diced
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80 g red bell pepper, diced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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750 g sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 can (425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
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240 ml water
→ Spices and Seasonings
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
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0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.25 teaspoon dried oregano
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0.125 teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Optional Topping
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100 g shredded cheese
# How to Make It:
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Add lean ground beef, diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to a large skillet over medium heat. Break up the beef into chunks and cook until browned throughout. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes over the beef mixture. Stir constantly for 1 minute until spices are fragrant.
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Fold in the cubed sweet potatoes, drained black beans, and water. Mix thoroughly. Lower heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
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Uncover the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing any residual liquid to evaporate.
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Remove the skillet from heat. Top evenly with shredded cheese, if using, cover with the lid, and let stand for 5 minutes to allow cheese to melt before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Enhance with optional toppings such as sliced avocado, chopped coriander, or a dollop of sour cream if desired.