Description
A flavorful and hearty Street Corn Beef and Sweet Potato Bowl combining spicy seasoned ground beef, roasted sweet potatoes, and a creamy, tangy street corn dip. This dish brings together sweet, savory, and slightly spicy elements with fresh toppings like avocado, pickled red onions, and festive Cotija cheese, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Street Corn Dip
- 1 cup cottage cheese, blended until smooth
- 2 heaping tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 heaping cups frozen fire-roasted corn, thawed and patted dry
- Half of a large jalapeño, minced (ribs and seeds removed)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- Juice and zest from half of a lime
- 1/2 teaspoon TajÃn (optional, can be used as a garnish)
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Ground Beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2-3 tablespoons taco seasoning (e.g., Siete mild taco seasoning)
- 2-3 tablespoons water
Optional Toppings & Serving
- 1 avocado, cut into chunks (optional)
- Chips for serving
- Pickled red onions for serving
Instructions
- Make Street Corn Dip: In a bowl, combine the thawed fire-roasted corn, minced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, crumbled Cotija cheese, lime juice and zest, and mayonnaise. Then gradually add the blended cottage cheese to reach desired creaminess and flavor. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. This dip can double as a snack while preparing the rest of the meal.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Toss the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil and salt until evenly coated. Air fry the sweet potatoes at 375°F (190°C) for 13 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly golden. Alternatively, spread on a baking sheet and roast in the oven at 400°F (205°C) for 25 minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef in chunks and allow it to cook undisturbed until it starts to brown. Then crumble the beef into small pieces. Add the taco seasoning and 2-3 tablespoons of water to the skillet, mixing thoroughly to coat the meat and create a slightly saucy consistency. Cook until the mixture thickens and beef is fully cooked.
- Assemble Bowls: Plate the roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned ground beef in individual bowls. Top generously with the prepared street corn dip. Garnish with optional avocado chunks, pickled red onions, and a sprinkle of TajÃn if desired. Serve with chips for dipping and additional texture and flavor.
Notes
- The street corn dip can be adjusted for creaminess by how much blended cottage cheese you add.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, roasting the sweet potatoes in the oven is an excellent alternative.
- The jalapeño seeds and ribs are removed to reduce heat; adjust according to your spice preference.
- Pickled red onions add a tangy contrast but can be omitted if unavailable.
- TajÃn garnish adds a zesty, mildly spicy finish but is optional.
