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Spicy Shrimp Stuffed Sweet Potatoes + Avocado Cream Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. shrimp peeled
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 Tbsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 Tbsp coconut milk any other milk may work
  • 1/4 tsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • a small bunch of Cilantro chopped
  • Lime wedges to garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees f.
  • Wash sweet potatoes, cut them into halves and place on a baking tray. Brush with a bit of oil, season with salt and pepper then roast in the oven for about 30-40 minutes.
  • Once cooked, remove and allow to cool a bit. Then gently scoop out the center leaving a medium size layer of flesh inside.

Meanwhile; make the avocado cream.

  • In a food processor, combine avocado with milk, lime juice, a pinch of salt and pulse until very smooth.

To Finish

  • Heat a large skillet with 1 tbsp of oil over medium heat and add shrimp, garlic, chilli flakes and a pinch of salt.
  • Cook the shrimp on both sides until opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  • To assemble, place the shrimp in the sweet potato boats, top with avocado cream, garnish with cilantro and serve!