Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Candied Ginger Sweet Potatoes, a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors. These roasted sweet potatoes are caramelized to perfection, infused with the warmth of ginger, and complemented by a hint of chili powder. Our collection of recipes caters to diverse dietary preferences, offering both a classic and a vegan variation. The classic recipe embraces the richness of butter, while the vegan version showcases the wonders of plant-based ingredients, ensuring everyone can relish this delightful dish. Prepare to elevate your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure with our Candied Ginger Sweet Potatoes.
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CANDIED YAMS (CANDIED SWEET POTATOES)
Candied Yams will forever be a Thanksgiving favorite! This delicious side dish takes just minutes to prepare and the results are phenomenal! Candied Sweet Potatoes are made with brown sugar, maple syrup, butter and cinnamon then baked until perfectly sweet and tender. Marshmallows optional!
Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout
Categories Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375F. Spray a 3 quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Peel sweet potatoes and rinse clean. Slice potatoes to 1/2 inch thick slices. Try to keep them roughly the same thickness so they cook evenly.
- In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, melted butter, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract and salt. Whisk until smooth. If the mixture is very thick, pop in the microwave for 30 seconds to loosen it up.
- Transfer sliced sweet potatoes to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Drizzle the brown sugar mixture over the top of the sweet potatoes and toss to combine. You want each piece of sweet potato coated in the mixture.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and gently stir. Bake for another 15 minutes (no foil) and again, gently stir. Check to see how tender the sweet potatoes are at this point. Bake for another 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of your potatoes. Make sure they are tender (but not falling apart) before removing.
- If adding marshmallows, sprinkle marshmallows on top and pop back in the oven for 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 199 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 32 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CANDIED SWEET POTATOES
These perfect candied sweet potatoes are soft, buttery, extra saucy, caramelized, and sweet. I especially love this Thanksgiving side dish because you can prepare the elements of this recipe ahead of time AND purchase the ingredients in advance, too.
Provided by Sally
Categories Dinner
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Peel then slice the sweet potatoes into 1/2 inch thick slices. Place in a greased 9×13 inch or other 3 quart baking dish. Sprinkle salt on top and toss to coat. I just use nonstick spray to grease.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C).
- Cut stick of butter in half. (Helps it melt easier.) Combine all the butter, water, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger into a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir until the butter has melted. Stop stirring and bring to a gentle boil. Boil for 2 minutes without stirring. Remove sauce from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. (And orange zest, if using.)
- Pour sauce over potatoes and toss to coat.
- Bake for 1 hour, stopping and stirring the sweet potatoes every 20 minutes. After the first 20 minutes, I cover the dish with aluminum foil so the potatoes bake evenly.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with rosemary and sea salt (if using), then cool uncovered for 10 minutes before serving. The sauce is thin right out of the oven but thickens as it cools.
- Cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Sauce will be thick after refrigeration, but thins out as you warm the leftovers up. Simply warm in the microwave.
SOUTHERN CANDIED SWEET POTATOES
Traditional sweet potato recipe. It is usually served as a side dish.
Provided by Pam Reed
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into slices.
- Melt the butter in a heavy skillet and add the sliced sweet potatoes.
- Mix the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Cover the sweet potatoes with sugar mixture and stir. Cover skillet, reduce heat to low and cook for about 1 hour or until potatoes are "candied". They should be tender but a little hard around the edges. Also the sauce will turn dark. You will need to stir occasionally during the cooking. Stir in the vanilla just before serving. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.9 calories, Carbohydrate 79.4 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 179.5 mg, Sugar 43 g
BAKED SWEET POTATOES WITH GINGER AND HONEY
Fresh ginger, cardamom, and sweet potatoes will fill your house with a fall fragrance as well as call your family to the table.
Provided by Christine L.
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes
Time 55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, toss together the sweet potatoes, honey, ginger, walnut oil, cardamom, and pepper. Transfer to a large cast iron frying pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Stir the potatoes to expose the pieces from the bottom of the pan. Bake for another 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized on the outside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 63.2 mg, Sugar 16.4 g
CANDIED GINGER SWEET POTATOES WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES
You may get confused when eating this yummy side. Yes! It is a side not a dessert. The flavor of this is so yummy. You have the sweetness from the potatoes, brown sugar, dried cranberries and juice. Yet tanginess from the cranberries & juice. And a nice bite and sweetness from the Ginger. Real Comfort food!This recipe uses my optional Recipe #66040 or your choice and Recipe #102933 or store bought. Enjoy!
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In an oven proof 8x8 dish melt butter in dish in the oven.
- Meanwhile mix the remaining ingredients together.
- Place potatoes in a bowl and pour butter over give a toss.
- Layer them in the same pan you should have 2 layers. Pour the mixture over and bake till tender about 40 minutes. Baste with juice mixture half way through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.2, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 396.1, Carbohydrate 30.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 11.3, Protein 2
CANDIED SWEET POTATOES
When Fred Harvey opened his first Harvey House restaurant in 1876 on the railway line in Topeka, Kan., his idea was radical for the time: Railroad passengers would be fed good food in a pleasant environment. His concept was so successful that it spawned 84 restaurants, a Hollywood movie and an official cookbook. And it was in "The Harvey House Cookbook" that we found this excellent recipe for sweet potatoes candied with confectioners' sugar and butter. It is best served warm rather than piping hot, which makes it convenient for big meals like Thanksgiving. Bake it before you roast your turkey, then reheat it briefly just before serving.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, vegetables, side dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large pot, boil sweet potatoes in their jackets in water to cover until fork-tender, 20 to 45 minutes depending upon their size. Drain and cool.
- Heat oven to 450 degrees. Peel potatoes and slice into 1/2-inch-thick rounds. Place in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish or 2-quart gratin dish, overlapping slices to fit in one layer.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in sugar and salt until smooth. Pour evenly over the potatoes. Bake until potatoes look shiny and glazed, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve hot or warm.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 204, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 88 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm and unblemished sweet potatoes that are about the same size so that they cook evenly.
- Pierce the sweet potatoes before baking: This will help them cook more evenly and prevent them from bursting.
- Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender: You can check this by inserting a fork into the center of the potato. If it slides in easily, the potato is done.
- Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before handling: This will make them easier to peel and cut.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the sweet potatoes: This will help prevent them from crumbling.
- Candied ginger adds a unique flavor to the sweet potatoes: If you don't have candied ginger, you can substitute chopped crystallized ginger or dried ginger powder.
- Serve the sweet potatoes warm: They can be served as a side dish or as a main course.
Conclusion:
Candied ginger sweet potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are sweet, savory, and slightly spicy, and the candied ginger adds a unique flavor that is sure to please everyone. This dish is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for your next meal.
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