Purple Sweet Potato Delight
Purple Sweet Potato Delight is a traditional dish from Okinawan cuisine that showcases the vibrant color and sweet flavor of purple sweet potatoes. This dish is a delightful combination of creamy, earthy, and slightly sweet flavors that will surely captivate your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 2 large purple sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the cubed purple sweet potatoes. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth.
- Stir in the coconut milk, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Place the pot over low heat and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is heated through.
- Remove from heat and serve the Purple Sweet Potato Delight warm.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Pot Vegetable Peeler Knife Measuring Spoons Measuring Cup Potato Masher or Fork
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Purple Sweet Potato Delight as a side dish alongside grilled fish or tofu for a complete Okinawan-inspired meal.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can substitute coconut milk with coconut cream.
Cost
$8