Stuffed Sweet Potato with Beef, Cheddar, and Guacamole
A delicious fusion of roasted sweet potatoes filled with spiced ground beef, topped with cheddar cheese and creamy guacamole, perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes washed and scrubbed
- 500 g ground beef rich and ready to use
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded for topping
- ½ cup guacamole for topping
- ½ cup sour cream for topping
- ½ cup tomatoes, diced for topping
- 1 small onion, diced for sautéing
- 2 cloves garlic, minced for flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
Spices
- 1 teaspoon cumin for flavor
- 1 teaspoon chili powder for heat
- 1 teaspoon paprika for smokiness
- to taste salt and pepper to enhance flavors
Garnish
- to taste fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes all over with a fork and place on a baking tray. Roast for 40-50 minutes until tender.
- While potatoes roast, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Assembly
- After sweet potatoes are roasted, carefully slice them lengthwise and mash the insides slightly.
- Stuff each sweet potato with the beef mixture.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, guacamole, dollops of sour cream, and sprinkle with cilantro.
Serving
- Serve and enjoy the delightful flavors of this comforting meal!
Notes
Ensure sweet potatoes are pierced before baking for fluffiness. Taste as you season to adjust flavors.