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How to Make Sweet Potato Enchiladas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet Potato Enchiladas are a delicious and satisfying Mexican-inspired dish that is sure to please any palate. The combination of sweet potatoes, black beans, and hearty spices makes for a filling and flavorful meal that is perfect for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. With its warm, comforting flavors and creamy texture, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in or a festive gathering with friends and family.

The star of this recipe is, of course, the sweet potatoes. These vibrant tuber...

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Ingredients

  • 5 sweet potatoes
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 12 (7 inch) corn tortillas
  • 1 (19 ounce) can enchilada sauce
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 12 enchiladas

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium heat, and boil sweet potatoes until tender, about 30 minutes. Cool and peel sweet potatoes.
  • Place sweet potatoes in a bowl, and mash them with cream cheese, green onions, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-low heat; one at a time, fry tortillas for about 30 seconds per side. Remove tortillas with tongs, and drain on paper towels.
  • Place about 1/3 cup of sweet potato filling down the center of each tortilla, roll it up, and place filled tortillas seam side down in the prepared baking dish. Pour enchilada sauce over tortillas, and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, until the enchiladas are bubbling and cheese is beginning to brown.

    • Nutrition

    640 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 74mg
    • Sodium: 833mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 76g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 39mg
    • Calcium: 456mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1022mg

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