Roasted sweet potato and beef bowl with Cajun spices
I imagine you’ve seen the famous sweet potato and ground beef bowl that’s gone viral on the networks. I can confirm: it’s as good as it looks! Here’s my Cajun-spiced version, perfect for a simple, tasty and quick meal. I like to serve these bowls with a touch of mayo and a few slices of pickled jalapeños for added punch. This is exactly the kind of recipe I make for myself on weeknights when time is short, and it’s just as delicious as lunch the next day!
- Servings: 4
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 35 minutes
Good to know
I love adding pickled jalapeños to my dishes. It’s a great way to add a touch of spiciness and acidity to recipes, without being too overpowering. But be warned, some are hotter than others!
Frequently asked questions
Cajun spices are a blend of seasonings traditionally used in Cajun cuisine of Louisiana. They typically contain paprika, garlic, onion, pepper, and thyme, and sometimes include hot pepper.
They have a slight heat but are not usually very spicy. The spiciness level depends on the blend and how much chili it contains.
Ingredients
Roasted sweet potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, well washed and cubed
- 2 tablespoon (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Cajun spices
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (1.25 ml) salt
Beef
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil
- 500 g lean ground beef
- 2 teaspoon (10 ml) Cajun spices
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) salt
- Pepper, to taste
Mayo with Cajun spices
- 1/3 cup (70 g) light or regular mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) Cajun spices
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) salt
Assembly
- 1 or 2 avocados, sliced
- Jalapeños marinated to taste
- Pickled onion (optional)
- 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced
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Preparation
Roasted sweet potatoes
- Preheat oven to 425°F and place rack in center. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine all sweet potato ingredients. Spread on baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes.
Beef
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and cook beef for 5 minutes, stirring only a few times. Add the Cajun spices, garlic, salt and pepper and cook for a further 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Mayo with Cajun spices
- In a small bowl, combine all mayo ingredients.
Assembly
- Place roasted sweet potatoes, beef, avocado slices, pickled jalapenos, pickled onion and cucumber in bowls or soup plates. Serve with Cajun-spiced mayo.
