Sweet Potato and Longaniza Tacos

Prep Time
10
 minutes
Cook Time
20
 minutes
Makes
4
 servings

Step 1

Fill a non-stick skillet with 1” water, and place over medium high heat. Place sliced sweet potato in hot water and cook until fork tender about 2 to 4 minutes. Set aside.

Step 2

To make red salsa: place tomatoes, onion, garlic, serrano, cilantro, stock and salt in blender. Blend until smooth. Heat up 2 teaspoon canola oil in non-stick sauce pan over medium high heat. Add salsa, cook for about 4 to 6 minutes or until tomato changes to a deeper red color.

Step 3

Heat longaniza (or chorizo) over medium high heat in medium non-stick skillet. Cook for about 2 to 4 minutes or until meat is cooked; stirring frequently. Set aside. In same skillet, add red onions and sauté until softened, about 1 minute; stirring constantly. Add sweet potatoes and cumin, and stir until sweet potatoes are cooked through.

Step 4

Warm tortillas for 10 to 15 seconds on each side on an ungreased pan

Step 5

Assemble tacos by spooning sweet potato mixture onto the tortilla and topping with salsa roja and cotija cheese.

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