Candied Sweet Potato Tacos with Avocado-Lime Crema

Candied Sweet Potato Tacos with Avocado-Lime Crema

Experience a delightful fusion of flavors with these Candied Sweet Potato Tacos. Sweet, tender sweet potatoes are glazed with a warm cinnamon-brown sugar mix and paired with hearty black beans. The crowning glory is a creamy, zesty avocado-lime crema that adds a tangy contrast. This is a modern twist on traditional Mexican cuisine, combining the essence of street food with the luxury of candied yams, usually reserved for Thanksgiving. It's a feast for the senses and a celebration of textures in every bite.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • Salt (1 teaspoon, adjust to taste)
  • Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon, adjust to taste)
  • Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped, plus more for garnish)
  • Sour cream (1/2 cup)
  • Lime (1, juiced)
  • Avocado (1, ripe)
  • Tortillas (8, small size)
  • Black beans (1 can (15 ounces), drained and rinsed)
  • Cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Brown sugar (1/4 cup)
  • Sweet potatoes (2 large, diced)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the diced sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Toss until the sweet potatoes are well coated.
  3. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized.
  4. While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the avocado-lime crema. In a small bowl, mash the ripe avocado. Mix in the lime juice, sour cream, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or in the microwave for 15 seconds.
  6. To assemble the tacos, spread a generous spoonful of the avocado-lime crema on each warm tortilla. Top each with a scoop of the candied sweet potatoes and black beans.
  7. Garnish each taco with additional cilantro, if desired. Serve the tacos warm and enjoy!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 25 minutes • Calories: 450 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 70g • Protein: 12g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 15g