Delight Your Taste Buds with Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchil

Delight Your Taste Buds with Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchil

August 13, 2025 Written by Emily

Today’s Unique Dish: Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas

Hello, lovely readers! Today, I am excited to share with you a delicious and unique recipe for Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in with friends or family and is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. The combination of sweet potatoes and black beans creates a hearty and flavorful filling that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

To make these enchiladas, you will need the following ingredients:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup of corn kernels
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups of enchilada sauce
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup of shredded cheese
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (for garnish)

In order to prepare this dish, you will need the following kitchen tools:

  • baking dish
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • spatula

First, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). In a skillet, heat some oil over medium heat and sauté the diced sweet potatoes until they are tender. Add in the diced onion, minced garlic, corn, and black beans, and cook for a few more minutes until the onion is translucent.

Next, take a large mixing bowl and combine the sweet potato mixture with half of the enchilada sauce. Take one flour tortilla at a time and spoon some of the mixture onto the center. Roll the tortilla up and place it seam side down in a baking dish.

Once all the tortillas are filled and rolled, pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to let the cheese get golden brown. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

This dish serves approximately 4 people, with each serving weighing around 300 grams. Each serving is estimated to be around 350 calories.

One unique tip for this recipe is to add a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the top of the enchiladas before serving. This will add a nice tangy kick that complements the flavors of the sweet potatoes and black beans perfectly.

I hope you enjoy making and eating these delicious Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas! Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite toppings or additional veggies. Happy cooking!

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