Paleo Sweet Potato Pie

Paleo Sweet Potato Pie is a delightful fusion of traditional Chinese flavors and the wholesome goodness of sweet potatoes, making it a unique and healthy dish. This vibrant pizza-like pie is perfect for those following a Paleo diet, offering a delicious blend of spices and textures.

Paleo Sweet Potato Pie
45 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Sweet potatoes - 300 grams
  • Coconut flour - 50 grams
  • Egg - 1 large
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Green onions - 2, chopped
  • Ground pork - 150 grams
  • Coconut aminos - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then steam until tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mash the steamed sweet potatoes until smooth.
  4. Add coconut flour, egg, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the mashed sweet potatoes and mix until combined.
  5. Transfer the sweet potato mixture into a greased pie dish and press it evenly to form the crust.
  6. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green onions, sautéing until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  7. Add the ground pork to the skillet, cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  8. Stir in coconut aminos and sesame oil, mixing well. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  9. Spread the pork mixture evenly over the sweet potato crust in the pie dish.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the edges are golden.
  11. Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from sweet potatoes, supporting immune health.
  • Contains lean protein from ground pork, promoting muscle health and satiety.

Tags

ChinesePaleoPizza