Ingredients
For the Enchilada Sauce:
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves of garlic, minced
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1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
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1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
Sweet Potato Filling:
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2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
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Enchilada sauce
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1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 cup corn kernels drained
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8 oz Mexican shredded cheese
Garnish:
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1 Avocado, diced
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Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
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1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Preparing the Sweet Potatoes:
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Poke holes in the sweet potato with fork.
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Bake sweet potatoes for 45 – 90 min at 425 °F (190°C) until fork-tender.
Preparing the Enchilada Sauce:
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In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and aromatic.
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Pour in the tomato sauce and enchilada sauce, stirring to combine. Sprinkle ground cumin and chili powder into the mixture, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer for 10-15 minutes, letting the flavors meld into a tantalizing symphony. Set aside.
Crafting the Sweet Potato Filling:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sweet potatoes with black beans, corn kernels, enchilada sauce , and cheese. Season with salt and pepper, ensuring every element is infused with the harmonious blend of spices.
Assembly and Baking:
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (190°C).
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Spoon a generous portion of the sweet potato filling onto each potato skin.
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Sprinkle a liberal amount of shredded Mexican blend cheese on top.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Serving and Garnishing:
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Once baked to perfection, remove the sweet potato enchiladas from the oven. Garnish with avocado, freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice for a burst of citrusy freshness.
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Serve hot, allowing your guests to savor the layers of flavors in every bite.
Nutrition
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 16
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 83
- Fiber: 18
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 28
