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Sweet Potato Taco Shells with Chili-Lime Beef & Avocado Crema

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Hannah Kling
These Sweet Potato Taco Shells are filled with seasoned chili-lime beef and topped with a creamy avocado-lime crema for a fresh twist on taco night. The homemade shells bake until golden and slightly crisp, then get loaded with your favorite fresh taco toppings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings 6 tacos

Ingredients  

Sweet Potato Taco Shells

  • 2 ½ cups peeled and grated sweet potato
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Zest of ½ lime

Chili-Lime Beef

  • 1 lb 93/7 lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Juice of ½ lime

Avocado-Lime Crema

  • 1 medium ripe avocado
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1-2 tbsp water (as needed)

For Serving

  • Pickled red onions
  • Crumbled cotija cheese (feta works too! )
  • Pico de gallo
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Add the grated sweet potato, eggs, Monterey Jack, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lime zest to a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
  • Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions on the prepared baking sheet. Use your hands or the back of a spoon to press each portion into a thin, even circle, about 5–6 inches wide.
  • Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the shells are set and the edges are golden brown and slightly crisp.
  • Let them rest for 3 minutes, then carefully remove the shells from the baking sheet while they're still warm and pliable. Place them in taco holders and allow them to cool for a few minutes so they hold their taco shape.
  • While the shells bake, add the ground beef to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking it apart as it browns, until fully cooked.
  • Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, and water. Stir until the beef is evenly coated and cook for another 1–2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the lime juice.
  • Add the avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, and salt to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding 1–2 tablespoons of water or milk as needed to reach your desired consistency.
  • Assemble. Fill each sweet potato taco shell with chili-lime beef. Top with avocado-lime crema, pickled red onions, cotija, pico de gallo, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately!

Notes

  • Monterey Jack can be swapped for cheddar or a Mexican-style cheese blend.
  • No taco holder? Drape the warm shells over an oven-safe rack or place in the backside of a baking sheet or muffin tin to help them hold their shape.
  • Thin the avocado crema with water or milk until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • This recipe makes 6 generously filled tacos.
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