
Sweet Potato and Cilantro Tortilla
A Peruvian-inspired twist using camote (sweet potato) and fresh herbs.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Servings
3
Ingredients
- 2 medium Sweet potato (camote), peeled and thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 6 units Large eggs
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.25 cup Queso Fresco, crumbled(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add the thinly sliced sweet potatoes and cook until tender and slightly golden, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Add the diced red onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for another 3 minutes until softened.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with salt, pepper, cumin, and the fresh cilantro.
- 5
Drain any excess oil from the skillet, then pour the egg mixture evenly over the sweet potatoes and onions.
- 6
Reduce heat to low and cook for 5-7 minutes until the edges are set and the bottom is golden brown.
- 7
Carefully flip the tortilla using a large plate and slide it back into the pan to cook the other side for 3 minutes.
- 8
Slide onto a serving plate and top with crumbled queso fresco if desired.
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