Sweet Potato Tacos

Serves 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 package of corn tortillas
• 1 medium sweet potato
• 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained
• ½ red onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• ½ tablespoon paprika
• ½ tablespoon oregano
• ½ tablespoon cumin

Directions

1. Wash and lay out all ingredients. For this recipe you will need a cutting board, chef’s knife, measuring spoons, frying pan.
2. Start by cutting sweet potatoes into 1 inch cubes.
3. Chop onion into 1 inch pieces as well.
4. Add to a sauce pan with ¼ cup of water and steam. Adding water as needed. When potatoes fork tender add rinsed black beans and spices.
5. Sautee for 2 minutes and remove from heat.
6. Warm tortillas and top with sweet potato mixture and toppings of choice.

Chef’s tip: Make a double batch and freeze sweet potato filling for 3-6 months. Thaw for a quick mid-week recipe.

Nutrition Tip: Sweet potatoes and their rich orange color make them a great source of vitamin A which is a powerful anti-oxidant.

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