Air Fryer Sweet Potato Rocambole with Minced Meat 

This Sweet Potato Rocambole (Roll) with Minced Meat is a delicious and unique dish, featuring a soft, slightly sweet mashed sweet potato base rolled around a savory minced meat filling. The air fryer gives it a beautifully golden crust while keeping the inside moist and flavorful. Perfect for a main course or a special occasion meal!

Sweet Potato Prep & Mashing: 15 minutes

Cooking the Filling: 10 minutes

Assembling the Rocambole: 10 minutes

Air Frying: 15-18 minutes

Cooling & Serving: 5 minutes

Total Time: 45-50 minutes

Ingredients: (Serves 4-6)

For the Sweet Potato Dough:

2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs / 700g)

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

½ cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for a gluten-free option)

1 egg

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon smoked paprika

For the Minced Meat Filling:

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

½ lb (225g) ground beef or turkey

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon cumin

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ cup chopped spinach (optional)

¼ cup grated mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)

For Brushing:

1 egg yolk + 1 tablespoon milk (for an egg wash)

Instructions:

 Prepare the Sweet Potato Dough

Peel and cut sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil or steam until soft, about 10-12 minutes.

Drain and mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.

In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with Parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Stir until a soft dough forms.

Make the Minced Meat Filling

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion until soft (about 2 minutes), then add the garlic.

Add the ground meat, salt, black pepper, cumin, and oregano. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).

Stir in chopped spinach and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in grated cheese if using.

 Assemble the Rocambole

On a parchment-lined surface, spread the sweet potato dough into a rectangle (about ½ inch thick).

Evenly spread the minced meat filling over the dough, leaving ½ inch around the edges.

Carefully roll the sweet potato sheet into a log, using the parchment paper to help.

Transfer the roll to the air fryer basket and brush with the egg wash.

 Air Fry the Rocambole

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.

Air fry for 15-18 minutes, until golden brown on the outside.

Let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve warm, drizzled with a little olive oil or a yogurt-garlic sauce.

Pair with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approximate)

Calories: 320

Carbohydrates: 38g

Protein: 18g

Fat: 10g

Fiber: 5g

Sugar: 9g

Sodium: 480mg

This Air Fryer Sweet Potato Rocambole is a fantastic balance of flavors—sweet and creamy sweet potato paired with a rich, savory meat filling. Enjoy!