Sweet Potato Gumbo

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C. Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 2cm cubes.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper and sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

   Tip: Be careful not to burn the vegetables.

3. 3

   Add the cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir for 1 minute.

4. 4

   Add the chicken broth, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes to the pot. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat to low and simmer the gumbo for 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.

   Tip: Adjust the seasoning as needed.

6. 6

   Taste the gumbo and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

   Tip: Serve over rice or with crusty bread.