20-Minute Caramelized Sweet Potatoes
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20-Minute Caramelized Sweet Potatoes
Description
The recipe starts by peeling and cutting sweet potatoes into half-inch cubes. The potatoes are combined in a skillet with water, olive oil, butter, honey, ground coriander, and kosher salt, then brought to a boil uncovered. After stirring, the heat is lowered to maintain a simmer, the pan is covered, and the potatoes cook for three minutes to become tender while retaining shape.
Removing the lid, the heat is increased to medium to allow the liquid to evaporate. Stirring occasionally prevents burning while promoting even caramelization of the cubes, which results in a tender interior with golden, slightly crisped edges. If the liquid evaporates before the potatoes are tender, additional water can be added. The coriander adds a warm, slightly citrusy note, harmonizing with the natural sweetness.
Once cooked, the sweet potatoes can be garnished with freshly chopped parsley for visual appeal and fresh herbal flavor. This simple preparation highlights the potatoes' natural sweetness enhanced by honey and browned butter notes. The dish makes a versatile side that pairs well with many proteins or can be enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
- 2 sweet potato about 1¾-2 pounds total, large
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt more to taste
- parsley if desired, fresh, finely chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Peel sweet potatoes and cut into ½-inch cubes*.
- Combine all ingredients in a large skillet with a lid. With cover off, bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir well. Reduce heat to a maintain a steady simmer, then cover and cook for 3 minutes.
- Remove cover, increase heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated and potatoes are tender, golden and caramelized. This will take around 4-6 minutes. If liquid evaporates and potatoes are not tender, add a few tablespoons of water and continue cooking and stirring till tender. You want them tender, but not mushy.
- Garnish with fresh, chopped parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Maintain even chopping to ensure uniform cooking of sweet potato cubes.
- Adding a small amount of water and covering the pan helps cook potatoes quickly without drying or burning.
- Stir occasionally during caramelization to avoid burning and promote even color.
- Adjust cooking time slightly based on your stove and pan performance to achieve tender but not mushy potatoes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 185 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 185kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 379mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 388mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 16120IU | 322% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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