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Sautéed Sweet Potatoes
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Sautéed Sweet Potatoes

Sautéed Sweet Potatoes are diced into half-inch cubes and cooked in olive oil until tender and golden. The addition of ground cumin complements the natural sweetness with a warm, earthy flavor. Kosher salt and black pepper provide balanced seasoning, making this a versatile side dish. This method ensures the potatoes have a tender interior with slightly crisp edges, suitable for a variety of meals.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 209 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 medium sweet potato
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
  • salt kosher salt
  • black pepper kosher salt

Instructions

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  1. Wash and peel potatoes. Dice into half inch cubes.
  2. Heat oil over medium heat in a cast iron or nonstick skillet.
  3. Add sweet potatoes to the skillet. Cook, stirring every two minutes, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender. Add the ground cumin and stir to cook for an additional minute.

Notes

  • Cut sweet potatoes into uniform half-inch cubes to cook evenly.
  • Store cooked sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 to 5 days before reheating.
  • Freeze cooked sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined sheet tray until solid, then transfer to freezer bags; freeze for up to 4 months and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition Information

Calories 209kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 5g (25%) Sodium 94mg (4%) Potassium 576mg (12%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 24050IU (481%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 53mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 209

% Daily Value*

Calories 209kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Sodium 94mg 4%
Potassium 576mg 12%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 24050IU 481%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 53mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.