Tacos de Camote al Achiote (Sweet Potato Achiote Tacos)
Roast sweet potato wedges glazed with achiote and lime, tucked into corn tortillas with creamy avocado salsa and pumpkin seeds.
Made with Creamy avocado salsa and Recado rojo (achiote paste) and Corn tortillas from masa harina. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time45 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.81 a head
- Oven210°C (190°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 210°C (190°C fan). Stir your ready made recado rojo (see the base recipe) with the oil, lime juice and salt.
- 2
Toss the sweet potato in the paste and spread out on a large tray in a single layer.
- 3
Roast for 30 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelised at the edges.
30 min - 4
Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes until they pop.
2 min - 5
Warm your ready made corn tortillas (see the base recipe) in a dry pan for 20 seconds each side.
- 6
Spread each tortilla with your ready made creamy avocado salsa (see the base recipe) and add sweet potato, red onion and seeds.
Tips
- Cut the wedges evenly so they cook at the same speed.
- Do not crowd the tray. Space lets them roast and crisp rather than steam.
- Add a pinch of chilli flakes for heat.
Storing and freezing
Keep roasted sweet potato in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat until steaming hot all the way through.
Questions
Is it vegan?
Yes. Sweet potato, achiote paste, corn tortillas, avocado salsa and seeds all contain no animal products.
Can I use ordinary potatoes?
Yes, but sweet potato gives a better contrast with the earthy achiote. Roast ordinary potatoes for 40 minutes.
Can I make the filling ahead?
Yes. Roast up to 2 days ahead and reheat in a hot oven. Assemble the tacos just before serving.
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GFDFEFDouble check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.