Vegan Tamales with Sweet Potato and Black Bean
This vegan tamale recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of traditional tamales without the meat. The sweet potatoes and black beans provide a hearty and flavorful filling, while the cornmeal dough is soft and moist. These tamales are perfect for a party or a potluck, and they can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve.
Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish that is made with cornmeal dough and a variety of fillings. They are typically wrapped in corn husks and steamed until cooked through. Tamales can be made with a variety of fillings, including meat, cheese, vegetables, and fruits. This vegan tamale recipe is a variation on the traditional tamale, and it is made with sweet potatoes, black beans, and a variety of spices. The sweet potatoes and black beans provide a hearty and flavorful filling, while the cornmeal dough is soft and moist. These tamales are perfect for a party or a potluck, and they can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve.
Vegan Tamales with Sweet Potato and Black Bean Vegan Tamales with Sweet Potato and Black Bean Vegan Tamales with Sweet Potato and Black Bean Vegan Tamales with Sweet Potato and Black Bean
Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 60 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Cornmeal
  • Vegetable broth
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Black beans
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Chili powder
  • Cumin
Instructions
  1. To make the cornmeal dough, combine the cornmeal, vegetable broth, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.
  2. Mix until the dough comes together and is slightly sticky.
  3. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  4. While the dough is resting, prepare the filling.
  5. Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add the sweet potatoes, black beans, onion, garlic, chili powder, and cumin to the skillet.
  7. Cook until the sweet potatoes are tender and the filling is heated through.
  8. To assemble the tamales, place a large corn husk on a flat surface.
Why It Works
  • The sweet potatoes and black beans provide a hearty and flavorful filling.
  • The cornmeal dough is soft and moist.
  • These tamales are perfect for a party or a potluck.
  • They can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve.