Moroccan Amlou Stuffed Sweet Potato
A flavorful and nutritious vegan dish, perfect for a warm evening. Sweet potatoes are stuffed with a delicious mixture of amlou, exotic spices, and crunchy snacks.
Ingredients
- ●4 sweet potatoes
- ●1/4 cup amlou
- ●1 tsp exotic spices (cinnamon, ginger, turmeric)
- ●1 cup snappy peas
- ●2 tbsp date syrup (optional)
- ●2 tbsp lemon juice
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Wash and poke the sweet potatoes with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- 3
Rub the sweet potatoes with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
- 4
Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
- 5
While the sweet potatoes are baking, mix together amlou, exotic spices, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- 6
When the sweet potatoes are done, let them cool for a few minutes.
- 7
Slice them in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the flesh to make room for the filling.
- 8
Fill the sweet potatoes with the amlou mixture, snappy peas, and a drizzle of date syrup (if using).
- 9
Serve warm, garnished with lemon juice and a sprinkle of exotic spices.
- 10
Optional: top with toasted nuts or seeds for added crunch.