Description
Hearty Mexican-inspired stuffed baked potatoes deliver a flavor-packed meal that combines crispy potato skins with zesty toppings. Spicy ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh garnishes create a satisfying dinner experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 russet potatoes (200 grams or 7 oz each)
- 4 cups cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 4 cups baby spinach (approximately 2 handfuls)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- Vegan gravy, to drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat: Ignite the oven to 425°F (215°C), creating an optimal roasting environment for potatoes.
- Prepare Potatoes: Pierce each potato multiple times with a fork and encase completely in aluminum foil to promote even heating and prevent steam buildup.
- Roast: Bake potatoes for 45 minutes until fork-tender, developing a soft, fluffy interior.
- Mushroom Sauté: Warm coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat, then introduce minced garlic and cremini mushrooms, seasoning with salt to enhance their earthy profile.
- Develop Flavors: Cook mushrooms until golden-brown, then blend almond butter, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice to create a tangy sauce that coats the mushrooms thoroughly.
- Finish Filling: Incorporate baby spinach into the skillet, allowing leaves to wilt and integrate with the mushroom mixture.
- Assemble: Slice roasted potatoes open, revealing their fluffy interior, and generously fill with the savory mushroom and spinach medley.
- Optional Garnish: Drizzle with vegan gravy to add an extra layer of rich, comforting flavor.
Notes
- Potato Piercing Technique: Creating multiple fork holes prevents potential steam build-up and explosive accidents during baking.
- Foil Wrapping Strategy: Completely encasing potatoes ensures even heating and helps maintain moisture for a perfectly tender result.
- Mushroom Sauté Secret: Cook mushrooms until golden-brown to maximize their umami flavor and develop a rich, deep taste profile.
- Flavor Balancing Tip: The almond butter, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice sauce creates a complex, tangy complement that elevates the entire dish’s taste experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg