Swich | Recipes - Simple Skillet Sweet Potatoes
Swich is evolving! We're launching a new course-based experience soon. Learn what's changing →

Share

Simple Skillet Sweet Potatoes

Adapted from Donna Green-Goodman, MPH, from her book ‘Cookin’ Up Good Health.’ www.lifestyletherapeutix.com. You’ll practice the skillet-braising technique to create tender, caramelized sweet potatoes in a maple-orange glaze.

Makes 3 cups | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Makes 3 cups | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Step 1: Preparing the potatoes
  • 4 medium-large sweet potatoes

Wash, peel and cut sweet potatoes into medium dice.

Step 2: Cooking the potatoes
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable margarine or coconut oil

In a heavy skillet melt margarine/oil.

Add sweet potatoes and stir to coat.

Step 3: Adding the flavorings
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup orange juice
  • 3/4 cup diced pineapple
  • Your favorite spices to taste (recommended:cinnamon, clove)
  • Optional: vanilla extract to taste

Add sweeteners, spices, and optional vanilla.

Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.

Swicher Submissions