Escondidinho de Batata Doce

Escondidinho de Batata Doce is a delicious Brazilian dish featuring a creamy sweet potato purée layered over a savory filling, typically made with vegetables or protein. This dairy-free version is rich in flavor and perfect for a comforting lunch.

Ingredients

• Sweet potatoes - 500 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Canned black beans - 200 grams, drained and rinsed
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil them in a pot of salted water for about 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
2. While the sweet potatoes are boiling, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
3. Add the diced bell pepper and zucchini to the pan, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the black beans, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat and mix in chopped parsley.
5. Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, drain them and return to the pot. Mash them with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
6. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
7. In a baking dish, layer half of the sweet potato mash at the bottom, followed by the vegetable and bean mixture, and then top with the remaining sweet potato mash.
8. Smooth the top with a spatula and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, until heated through and slightly golden on top.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, aiding digestion.
• Packed with vitamins A and C from sweet potatoes, supporting immune health.

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