Sterling's Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas
A comforting Mexican-inspired dish with spiced sweet potato, black beans, and melted cheese in a rich tomato sauce. This mexican-inspired mexican ready in about 70 minutes pairs medium cubed sweet potato, canned black beans, tomato sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium cubed sweet potato
- 2 cups canned black beans
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp cumin
- 8 whole wheat tortillas
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, sauté 1/2 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves in 1 tbsp oil until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 2 medium cubed sweet potato and 1 tsp cumin. Cook 10 minutes until tender. Stir in 2 cups black beans and 1/2 cup water. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Pour 2 cups tomato sauce into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer 8 tortillas, then top with sweet potato mixture and 1 cup shredded cheese. Bake 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Step 4: Let cool 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sterling's Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (40 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sterling's Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium cubed sweet potato from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sterling's Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sterling's Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sterling's Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas?
Mexican mexican like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this sterling's are incredible.
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
