Jerk Sweet Potato And Black Beans

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Similar to a vegie curry. serve with rice. may be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated. gently reheat before serving. jerk seasoning can be found in larger supermarket spice sections, or make your own. there are some recipes here on food.com.

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Steps

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Heat oil in a dutch oven or flame-proof casserole.

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Add diced onion and cook until softened.

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Meanwhile , place the roughly chopped onion , ginger , cilantro stalks and jerk seasoning in a food proccesor and process until finely chopped.

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Add this mixture to the softened onion and fry until fragrant.

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Stir in the thyme , tomatoes , vinegar , sugar and broth and bring to a simmer.

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Simmer for 10 minutes , then drop in the sweet potatoes and simmer for 10 minutes more.

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Stir in the beans , peppers , salt and pepper , and simmer for another 5 minutes , until the potatoes are almost tender.

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Roughly chop the coriander leaves and stir them into the pot.

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Serve.

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Ingredients

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oil, onions, fresh ginger, fresh cilantro, caribbean jerk seasoning, fresh thyme, diced tomatoes, red wine vinegar, light brown sugar, vegetable broth, sweet potatoes, black beans, roasted red peppers, salt and pepper