Sweet Potato Coconut Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Sweet Potato Coconut Tacos are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with creamy coconut for a unique flavor profile. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.

Delicious Sweet Potato Coconut Tacos

This recipe features roasted sweet potatoes tossed with coconut milk and spices, all wrapped in warm tortillas. It’s a satisfying meal that takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Roast: Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
Heat Coconut Milk: In a small saucepan, heat the coconut milk over medium heat until warmed through. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Warm Tortillas: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
Assemble Tacos: To assemble, place a generous spoonful of roasted sweet potatoes on each tortilla, drizzle with warm coconut milk, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve: Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.