Check out this Mexican chipotle sweet potato taco recipe
Mexican chipotle sweet potato tacos blend the sweetness of sweet potatoes with chipotle peppers' smoky heat, rooted in Mexico's culinary traditions. This modern vegetarian twist on classic tacos is both delicious and nutritious, packed with vitamins and fiber. Ideal for those seeking a flavorful meatless meal, it's a testament to how simple ingredients can create something special. Let's get cooking.
Gather the following ingredients
For these tacos, you need two sweet potatoes (peeled, cubed), one tablespoon olive oil, one teaspoon cumin, salt, pepper, one can of black beans (rinsed), eight corn tortillas, an avocado (sliced), a cup of cilantro (chopped), a lime (wedged), and chipotle sauce. Make the sauce with two tablespoons chipotle in adobo (minced) and half a cup vegan mayonnaise.
Prepare your sweet potatoes
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until they are evenly coated. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the oven for about 25 minutes or until they are tender and slightly caramelized around the edges.
Warm up your tortillas
While your sweet potatoes roast, warm the corn tortillas to make them pliable and flavorful. Do this by heating them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side. Alternatively, for a charred effect, char them directly over an open flame if you have a gas stove. This step enhances their taste and texture, readying them for taco assembly.
Assemble your tacos
Once your sweet potatoes are roasted and tortillas warmed, it's time for taco assembly. Start by spreading black beans onto each tortilla. Then, layer on the roasted sweet potato cubes over the beans. Finish by drizzling with chipotle sauce to taste, creating a perfect blend of flavors in every bite. This step combines all elements, ensuring each taco is bursting with taste and texture.
Add toppings
Finish each taco with avocado slices and cilantro for freshness. Serve with lime wedges on the side, perfect for squeezing over tacos before eating. This adds a brightness that balances the smoky chipotle sauce's heat. Enjoying these tacos is about more than taste; it's appreciating how simple, vegetarian ingredients blend to create something extraordinary, celebrating flavors and textures uniquely.
