Sweet Potato Taco Boats with Ground Beef
A twist on the classic, these taco boats meet soft, warm sweet potatoes that add a delightful sweetness to this dish. Jam packed with spice and flavor, they’re perfect to enjoy for lunch, an easy dinner, or make a lot for a party full of hungry bellies.
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ cup pepper jack cheese
- ½ cup Crystal sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Products used
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Sour Cream
Directions
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Step 1
Heat oven to 400 °F -
Step 2
Rinse sweet potatoes and pat to dry. Wrap sweet potatoes in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet. Cook for 45 minutes, or until very tender. (Or microwave for 9-15 minutes, until tender).
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Step 3
In a skillet, over medium high heat, add oil and ground beef and crumble beef with a wooden spoon. Add all spices to the pan and stir. Continue cooking for 10-12 minutes, or until beef is browned. Cover to keep warm.
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Step 4
Once sweet potatoes are done, remove from the oven and carefully unwrap. Cut a slit in the middle of the sweet potato, gently squeezing to open. Fill with ground beef mixture.
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Step 5
Before serving, top potatoes with tomatoes, avocados, a sprinkle of cheese and a large dollop of sour cream. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
