Best 9 Caribbean Sweet Potato Gratin Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the Caribbean with our delightful Sweet Potato Gratin recipe, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This delectable dish showcases the versatility of sweet potatoes, transformed into a creamy, savory, and slightly sweet casserole. The gratin features a medley of spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, which complement the natural sweetness of the potatoes. The dish is further enriched with the addition of coconut milk, lending a subtle tropical flair. Discover the step-by-step instructions to recreate this irresistible gratin in your own kitchen. Indulge in other Caribbean-inspired sweet potato recipes featured in this article, such as the Sweet Potato Pudding, a delightful dessert brimming with warm spices and tropical fruits. Explore the flavorful Sweet Potato Balls, a crispy and savory appetizer that will tantalize your taste buds. And don't miss the Sweet Potato Pie, a classic Caribbean treat that combines the comforting flavors of sweet potatoes, spices, and a flaky crust.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

MAMA JOHN'S CARIBBEAN SWEET POTATOES



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Make and share this Mama John's Caribbean Sweet Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Auntie Mags

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup sweet onion, peeled and sliced thin
1 medium pineapple, cored and diced
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground
1/2 teaspoon rosemary, chopped finely

Steps:

  • Place potatoes, onions, and pineapples into shallow rectangular roasting pan, ensuring that they make a single layer.
  • Drizzle oil and balsamic vinegar over potato medley and toss until well coated.
  • Sprinkle rosemary, salt and pepper evenly and toss once more.
  • Roast in preheated oven at 450 degrees F. for 40-50 minutes or until potatoes start to brown. Turn occasionally while cooking to brown evenly.

SWEET POTATO GRATIN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more for the dish
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup crushed gingersnap cookies
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Kosher salt
Pinch of cayenne pepper
3 pounds sweet potatoes (6 to 8 medium), peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and gingersnap crumbs and cook, stirring, until lightly toasted, 3 to 5 minutes; set aside.
  • Combine the heavy cream, maple syrup, thyme, allspice, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and the cayenne in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat.
  • Butter a 3-quart baking dish. Spread a single layer of sweet potatoes in the bottom of the baking dish and pour about one-third of the cream mixture on top. Repeat to make 2 more layers of potatoes and cream. Cover with foil and bake 40 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until the cream is bubbling and the potatoes are lightly browned and tender when pierced with a knife, 40 to 50 more minutes, sprinkling the breadcrumb mixture over the potatoes during the last 5 minutes of baking.

SO-CAL SWEET POTATO AND POTATO GRATIN



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 poblano peppers
Unsalted butter, for the baking dish
2 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 garlic clove, finely grated
3 sweet potatoes
2 russet potatoes
1 cup crumbled Cotija

Steps:

  • If you have a gas burner, roast the poblano peppers over the open flame, turning occasionally with tongs, until the peppers are well charred all over, about 4 minutes. If you do not have a gas burner, halve the peppers lengthwise, place them in a baking pan and broil them in a preheated broiler, skin-side up, until well charred. Place the charred peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap for 10 minutes. Peel, stem and deseed the peppers, then cut into strips.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Stir together the cream, salt, lime zest, cumin and garlic in a bowl.
  • Peel the sweet potatoes and russet potatoes and thinly slice them with a mandoline (about 1/4-inch thick).
  • Arrange half of the russet potatoes in the buttered baking dish. Top with half of the sliced poblanos, then half of the sweet potatoes. Top with half of the cream mixture and 1/3 cup Cotija. Repeat with the remaining ingredients (potatoes, poblanos, sweet potatoes, cream and the remaining 2/3 cups Cotija) and press down firmly to submerge the potatoes as much as possible.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until the potatoes are tender, the liquid has absorbed, and the top is browned in spots, 25 to 30 minutes more.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

SWEET POTATO GRATIN



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Serve your family with this casserole that's made with sweet potatoes - a perfect French dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lb sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups half-and-half
4 oz Gruyère cheese, shredded (1 cup)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Butter 2-quart baking dish or gratin dish. Layer sweet potato slices to fill dish.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Gradually add half-and-half, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Stir in cheese and nutmeg. Remove from heat; pour cheese sauce over sweet potatoes.
  • Cover; bake 40 minutes or until potatoes are just tender. Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes longer or until golden. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 466 mg

SWEET POTATOES AU GRATIN



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This rich, sweet potato casserole couldn't be any easier to make-or more delicious to eat! -Patti Kirchhoff, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large uncooked sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 large egg
2 cups heavy whipping cream
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch pepper
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Minced fresh thyme, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a bowl, beat egg. Add cream, salt, nutmeg and pepper; mix well. Pour over potatoes; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 375° until the potatoes are tender, 40-45 minutes. If desired, top with fresh thyme to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 31g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 385mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SWEET POTATO GRATIN



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Sweet and savory gratin packed with flavor and nutrition.

Provided by souplover Sue

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potatoes Au Gratin Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
2 cups heavy cream
½ stick unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or more to taste
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, or more to taste
1 tablespoon minced fresh sage, or more to taste
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 ½ cups shredded Gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine cream, butter, and garlic in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer; remove from heat and mix in parsley, thyme, sage, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  • Arrange 1/2 of the sweet potato slices in the prepared baking dish; cover with 1/2 of the Gruyere cheese. Pour cream mixture on top. Arrange remaining sweet potato slices over the cream. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 95.2 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 412.5 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

SWEET POTATO AND GRUYèRE GRATIN



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This rich, cheese-laden gratin is a more savory take on the usual Thanksgiving sweet potato casserole, with sage and rosemary giving it an herbal bite. If you'd like to make it partway ahead, you can peel and slice the potatoes the day before; store in a sealable plastic bag in the fridge. You can also simmer the cream mixture (don't add eggs) and grate the cheese the day before as well, storing them covered in the refrigerator.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, for pan and foil
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
2 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half)
3 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
3 fat cloves garlic, grated or minced
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 large or 5 medium), peeled
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 2/3 cups/6 1/2 ounces grated Gruyère

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees and generously butter a 9-by-13-inch baking pan or shallow gratin dish. Butter a piece of foil large enough to cover top of pan. Sprinkle Parmesan all over bottom of pan.
  • In a medium pot, bring cream, sage, rosemary, garlic, nutmeg and a pinch of salt to a simmer. Simmer until reduced by 1/4, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large, heatproof bowl, whisk eggs just enough to break them up. Slowly pour hot cream into eggs to combine, whisking while pouring, and reserve the mixture.
  • Meanwhile, using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the potatoes into 1/8-inch-thick rounds.
  • Place 1 layer of potatoes in the pan, slightly overlapping as you go, using about a third of the slices. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste, then pour 1/3 of the egg mixture over potatoes. Top with 1/2 cup Gruyère. Repeat with another layer of potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper and 1/3 egg mixture. Top with 1/2 cup Gruyère. Top with remaining potatoes, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper to taste, and remaining egg mixture (but not the remaining cheese). Press down to compact the potatoes. Cover with foil and bake until potatoes are tender, about 40 minutes, then remove foil, sprinkle top with remaining 2/3 cup Gruyère and bake until browned and bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 363, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 444 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CARIBBEAN SWEET POTATO GRATIN



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From 2001 "Moosewood Restaurant: New Classics" cook book. This is a full-bodied main dish substantial enough for the heartiest appetite. Thinly sliced sweet potatoes are a must. Finely chopping the spinach--like a chiffon cut--helps disperse the flavor throughout.

Provided by HisPixie

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons lime peel, freshly grated
2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh
2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups coconut milk
1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup cooked rice
1 1/2 cups black beans, cooked (a drained, 15 ounce can is fine)
1 1/2 cups fresh spinach, rinsed, stemmed, and chopped
3/4 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and coat a 9-x-13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine the first 8 ingredients (garlic through coconut milk) in a medium bowl. Pour one third of this mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Layer half of the sweet potatoes in the bottom, then top with half of the rice, half of the black beans, and half of the spinach. Pour on another third of the coconut mixture (smoothing a bit to distribute evenly), and repeat the layers of sweet potato,rice, beans, and spinach. Pour the remaining coconut mixture over all and smooth to distribute evenly.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cornmeal, vegetable oil, thyme, cumin and salt. Sprinkle over prepared gratin.
  • Bake, uncovered, for about 60 minutes, rotating pan in oven after 30 minutes to ensure even baking. When finished, the gratin topping should be crisp and slightly golden brown and the potatoes will be tender. Let stand 2 or 3 minutes before serving to allow potatoes to absorb any remaining liquid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 715.5, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 19.6, Sodium 797.4, Carbohydrate 120.4, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 68.5, Protein 9.3

SWEET POTATO GRATIN



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This recipe is from the chef at a nearby golf club. Of course, he doesn't measure anything, so the original quantities were "to taste." The end result has always gotten rave reviews. Sept 2005 Update: Thanks to Thorsten for providing measurements and a photo!

Provided by Kathy

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

600 g yams (3-4)
1 teaspoon salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons brown sugar, to taste
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, to taste
1/2 cup whipping cream, as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Peel and slice yams 1/8" thick- easily done in a food processer.
  • Layer yam slices (overlapping) lengthwise in a 13 x 9 casserole.
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Repeat yam and spice layers.
  • Pour whipping cream over everything so dish is half full.
  • Bake 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.9, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 302.7, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 1.4

Tips:

  • Choose firm, unblemished sweet potatoes for the best results.
  • Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork before baking to help them cook evenly.
  • Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a fork, about 45 minutes to an hour.
  • Allow the sweet potatoes to cool slightly before slicing them.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the sweet potatoes thinly so that they will cook evenly in the gratin.
  • Layer the sweet potatoes, coconut milk mixture, spices, and cheese in a baking dish, pressing down gently after each layer.
  • Bake the gratin until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sweet potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Serve the gratin immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Conclusion:

This Caribbean sweet potato gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet potatoes, coconut milk, spices, and cheese creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that will be enjoyed by everyone at the table. The gratin can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is also a great option for a potluck or buffet. If you are looking for a unique and delicious way to enjoy sweet potatoes, this Caribbean sweet potato gratin is the perfect recipe for you.

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