Are you ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure? This Sweet Potato Bowl with Carne Asada isn't just a meal—it's a vibrant Mexican-inspired journey that combines tender, spiced meat with crispy roasted sweet potatoes, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport you straight to a bustling street market in Mexico. With just 45 minutes of total cooking time, you'll craft a restaurant-quality dish that's both nutritious and incredibly delicious.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb carne asada, sliced
- 2 large sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and peel sweet potatoes. Cut them into 1-inch cubed pieces, ensuring uniform size for even roasting.
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl until evenly coated.
- Spread seasoned sweet potato cubes on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until edges are crispy and potatoes are tender.
- While sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the carne asada. Season sliced meat with additional salt and pepper.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook carne asada for 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness, or adjust to your preferred level of cooking.
- Let the cooked meat rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain into thin strips.
- Assemble bowls by dividing roasted sweet potatoes as a base, topping with sliced carne asada.
- Garnish with fresh sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top.
- Serve immediately while ingredients are warm and flavors are fresh.
Tips
- For maximum flavor, marinate your carne asada for 2-4 hours before cooking to enhance tenderness and depth of taste.
- Choose sweet potatoes with smooth, firm skin and no bruises for the best roasting results.
- Use a cast-iron skillet or grill pan for the carne asada to achieve those beautiful, appetizing sear marks.
- Let the meat rest after cooking to ensure juiciness and easier slicing.
- For extra crispiness, spread sweet potato cubes with enough space between them on the baking sheet.
- Fresh cilantro and lime juice are crucial—they brighten the entire dish, so don't skip them!
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing cumin and paprika to suit your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 490kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 32g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 90mg
