Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Printable Version)
Sweet potatoes stuffed with spiced beef, veggies, salsa, and creamy toppings for a filling dinner.
# Ingredients:
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450 g lean ground beef
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1 white onion, finely chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
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0.5 teaspoon sea salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
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0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.25 teaspoon onion powder
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0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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0.25 teaspoon dried oregano
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240 ml chunky salsa
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120 ml water
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4 medium sweet potatoes
→ Toppings
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Shredded mozzarella cheese
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Diced tomatoes
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Mashed avocado
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Sour cream
# Steps:
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Pierce sweet potatoes several times with a fork. Place in a microwave-safe dish with a small amount of water. Microwave on high for 10 minutes. If still firm, continue microwaving in 5-minute increments until tender. If the microwave is small, cook two potatoes at a time.
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While potatoes are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Stir and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until the meat is evenly browned and onions are soft. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
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Add chili powder, cumin, sea salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, chunky salsa, and water to the cooked beef mixture. Stir thoroughly and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
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Once sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut lengthwise down the center, taking care not to slice all the way through. Gently open each potato to create a cavity for filling.
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Fill each sweet potato with the prepared beef mixture. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, diced tomatoes, mashed avocado, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For a lighter option, use low-fat dairy or omit the cheese and sour cream to adjust according to dietary needs.