Ingredients
– 1 ¼ pounds sweet potatoes (2 small-to-medium)
– 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained, or 1 ½ cups cooked black beans
– 4 ounces (1 cup) grated Monterey Jack cheese
– 2 ounces (½ cup) crumbled feta cheese
– 2 small cans (4 ounces each) diced green chiles
– 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and minced
– 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
– 2 tablespoons lime juice
– ½ teaspoon ground cumin
– ½ teaspoon chili powder
– ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
– ¼ teaspoon salt, more to taste
– Freshly ground black pepper
– 2 cups (16 ounces) mild salsa verde, either homemade or store-bought
– 10 corn tortillas
– 4 ounces (1 cup) grated Monterey Jack cheese for topping
– 2 tablespoons sour cream
– 1 tablespoon water
– ¼ cup chopped red onion
– ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
1-Preheat oven and prepare ingredients: Whipping up sweet potato corn black bean enchiladas is a breeze with this straightforward guide. Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get things going smoothly. Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into small cubes for even cooking, and don’t forget to rinse and drain the black beans if they’re from a can.
2-Sauté sweet potatoes, corn, and beans: Next, sauté the diced sweet potatoes in a non-stick pan with a bit of oil over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes until they soften. Stir in the corn kernels and black beans, letting them cook together for another 3-4 minutes while adding your favorite spices. This step really brings out the flavors, making your enchiladas stand out.
3-Warm and fill tortillas: After that, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them flexible for rolling. Spread a thin layer of salsa verde on the bottom of your baking dish, then fill each tortilla with the sweet potato mixture, roll them up, and place them seam-side down. Top with more salsa and cheese if you like, then bake covered for 20 minutes and uncovered for 5-10 more.
4-Bake until bubbly and golden: For more inspiration on simple recipes, check out our easy chicken spaghetti recipe that pairs well with these enchiladas. Let the dish cool a bit before serving, and feel free to adapt it with vegan cheese or gluten-free ingredients along the way.
Last Step:
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🌶️ Adjust the amount of jalapeño and cayenne pepper to control the spice level.
🧀 Use a blend of cheeses for added flavor complexity and creaminess.
🌿 Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking and ease assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Baking time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
