How do I make the candied pecans extra crunchy for these tacos?

The recipe instructs to bake the pecan slurry for 40 minutes, stirring once, then cool completely on a rack to achieve a crisp texture for the candied pecans.

Can I use store-bought tortillas for these sweet potato pie tacos?

Yes, the recipe specifies that you can use either homemade or store-bought flour tortillas for assembling your Thankful Sweet Potato Pie Tacos.

What kind of sweet potato should I use for the filling?

The recipe calls for one large sweet potato, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch cubes, to create the flavorful sweet potato filling.

How do I ensure the sweet potato filling is evenly cooked?

To ensure even cooking, arrange the diced sweet potatoes in a single layer on an oiled baking sheet and stir once halfway through the 40-minute baking time.

Can I prepare the candied pecans or sweet potato filling ahead of time?

Yes, both the candied pecans and the roasted sweet potato filling can be prepared in advance and stored separately, then assembled on tortillas just before serving.

4 years ago

Thankful Sweet Potato Pie Tacos
[Vegan]

WA By: Wes Allison

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Two Thankful Sweet Potato Pie Tacos, filled with roasted sweet potato cubes and crumbled candied pecans, served on flour tortillas.

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Ingredients You Need for Thankful Sweet Potato Pie Tacos [Vegan]

For the Candied Pecans:

1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon molasses
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup pecan pieces

For the Sweet Potato Filling:

1 tablespoon canola oil‚ plus more for the baking sheet
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large sweet potato‚ peeled and diced into
1/4-inch cubes
4 flour tortillas homemade or store-bought

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How to Prepare Thankful Sweet Potato Pie Tacos [Vegan]

For the Candied Pecans:

Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Whisk together the water and cornstarch in a medium-large bowl. Add the sugar, cinnamon, molasses, salt, and vanilla extract. Work the mixture together with a rubber spatula until completely combined. The consistency should resemble wet sand. Fold in the pecan pieces until evenly coated. Spread the pecan slurry thinly on the lined baking sheet. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Slide the pecans while still on the parchment paper over to a cooling rack and allow to cool completely. Crumble the cooled candied pecans into bite-sized pieces.

For the Sweet Potato Filling:

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Oil a baking sheet.
Whisk together the oil, syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl. Add the diced sweet potatoes and toss until evenly coated. Arrange in a single layer on the oiled baking sheet. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Assemble sweet potatoes and candied pecans on each tortilla. Enjoy!