These turkey and yam spicy tacos are a unique and tasty take on traditional tacos. The combination of ground turkey, sweet yams, and spicy seasonings creates a delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal, these tacos are sure to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 medium yam, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, salsa, shredded cheese
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat and add the diced yam. Cook until the yam is slightly softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Push the yam, onion, and garlic to one side of the skillet and add the ground turkey to the other side. Cook the turkey until it's no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Combine the turkey with the yam mixture and add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the flavors have melded together.
- While the turkey mixture is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave.
- To serve, divide the turkey and yam mixture among the warmed tortillas and top with your favorite toppings such as avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, salsa, and shredded cheese.
- Enjoy your delicious and spicy turkey and yam tacos!
Interesting Facts
Yams are a great source of fiber and vitamins, making this recipe both delicious and nutritious.
The combination of sweet yams and spicy seasonings creates a perfect balance of flavors in these tacos.