Sweet Potato Tacos Recipe

When you consider taco fillings, sweet potatoes might not be the first thing to cross your mindbut they should be. The naturally sweet, creamy vegetable is a delicious base for bright sauces and toppings and makes for a satisfying vegetarian meal. This recipe is inspired by guerrilla tacos, a modern taco restaurant in los angeles that is beloved for its delectable sweet potato taco. The potatoes are first boiled whole in salted water until tender before being sliced and lightly crisped in a hot pan. This easy method gives you both creamy and crispy textures and makes it easy to prepyou can boil the potatoes ahead of time and stash them in the fridge. Long, thin sweet potatoes work best since they cook more quickly and evenly. These sweet potato tacos are topped with an easy jalapeo-lime crema and pickled red onions which add lots of bright flavors. You can easily add more toppings or swap these out for your favorites.