Winter Veggie Tacos
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Spice profile for Refried Beans Spice: ancho chilis, black lime, black pepper, cilantro, coriander
Spice profile for Roasted Sweet Potato Spice: aleppo peppers, ancho chilis, black pepper, brown sugar, cayenne, chipotle, coffee, cumin, garlic, maple sugar, kosher salt, onion, smoked paprika
Step 1: Cook the Pinto Beans
Place 2 cups of dried pinto beans in a heavy-bottomed pan and cover with a couple of inches of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 1.5–2 hours, checking occasionally and adding more water as needed.
Step 2: Roast the Sweet Potatoes
While the beans are cooking, peel and cube 1–2 medium sweet potatoes into ¼-inch pieces. Toss with olive oil and 2 teaspoons of Stock+Spice Sweet Potato Spice. Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast in a 400°F oven for about 40 minutes, until the edges are just starting to caramelize.
Step 3: Make the Refried Beans
Once the beans are tender, drain them and set aside. In the same pan, heat olive oil and sauté one chopped onion until translucent. Add 2 teaspoons of Stock+Spice Refried Beans Spice and cook for one minute, stirring to coat.
Return the beans to the pan along with at least 3 tablespoons of olive oil (trust me, good refried beans need a lot of olive oil to get creamy). Stir well and cook on low heat, letting the beans break down. If they start to dry out, add a little more oil. When the beans are smooth but still a little chunky, season with salt to taste.
Step 4: Prepare the Toppings
Pickled Radish: Julienne ½ of a medium purple daikon radish into matchsticks, place in a bowl, and squeeze the juice of one lime over them. Set aside to marinate.
Shredded Carrot: Grate one medium (purple) carrot for topping.
Step 5: Assemble the Tacos
Warm your Vida tortillas, then build your tacos:
Spread a generous spoonful of refried beans.
Add roasted sweet potato chunks.
Top with pickled radish and shredded carrots.
Finish with a lime-yogurt drizzle (optional, but highly recommended).
Enjoy!
