🥑 Smoky Taco Beef & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowl

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Toss the sweet potato cubes with the olive oil and all the spices until evenly coated. Spread them in a single layer on a baking tray. Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are caramelised, crisp around the edges, and soft in the centre.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook the onion for 5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the beef and break it into small crumbles. Cook until deeply browned. Stir in: tomato paste smoked paprika cumin chilli powder oregano coriander onion powder Cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices. Add the Worcestershire sauce and beef stock. Simmer for 5–8 minutes, until the liquid has reduced and the beef is juicy but not watery. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Dice the avocado just before serving and season lightly with a squeeze of lime juice and a pinch of salt. Crumble the queso fresco or feta. Mix the lime crema if using.

Step 4

In each bowl, arrange: A generous scoop of roasted sweet potatoes A large portion of taco beef Diced avocado Crumbled queso fresco or feta Fresh coriander Finish with: A drizzle of lime crema Fresh lime juice A few cracks of black pepper

Step 5

For an even heartier bowl, add: Cilantro-lime rice Black beans Charred sweetcorn Pickled red onions Sliced jalapeños Cherry tomatoes Shredded lettuce

Step 6

Roast the sweet potatoes until they develop dark, caramelised edges—that's where their natural sweetness shines. Let the beef brown properly before adding the spices to build a deeper, richer flavour. Fresh lime juice at the end brightens the whole dish. Queso fresco gives a mild, creamy finish, while feta adds a tangier bite—both work beautifully.

Step 7

Serve with: Fresh guacamole and tortilla chips Mexican street corn (elote) A crisp cabbage slaw Watermelon and cucumber salad Sparkling lime water or homemade lemonade This bowl is a wonderful balance of flavours and textures: smoky, savoury beef, sweet roasted potatoes, creamy avocado, tangy cheese, and fresh herbs. It's satisfying enough for dinner but fresh enough to enjoy any time of year.