Best 2 Orange Ginger Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

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Calling all sweet potato casserole lovers! This tantalizing dish is about to get a vibrant makeover with the introduction of two extraordinary recipes – Orange-Ginger Sweet Potato Casserole and Candied Sweet Potatoes with Orange-Ginger Glaze. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that harmoniously blends sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors, resulting in a delightful symphony for your taste buds.

The Orange-Ginger Sweet Potato Casserole takes the classic dish to new heights with the addition of orange zest and freshly grated ginger, creating a vibrant and aromatic twist. This delightful casserole boasts a creamy, velvety texture that will melt in your mouth, while the candied sweet potatoes, glazed with a luscious orange-ginger mixture, offer a textural contrast that will keep you coming back for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORANGE-GINGER SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



Orange-Ginger Sweet Potato Casserole image

This is my version of a traditional Thanksgiving favorite. I love sweet potatoes, but find I don't need any sweetener, so I substituted orange juice. You'll find yourself serving this casserole quite often! You can cut the prep time on serving day by cooking the sweet potatoes up to two days in advance; simply remove their skins and store in the fridge in an airtight container until needed.

Provided by Grover P.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 sweet potatoes, scrubbed
1 tablespoon orange zest
2 teaspoons finely minced fresh ginger root
2 egg yolks
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup orange juice, or to taste
½ cup 2% low-fat milk
⅓ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place oven rack in middle position. Lightly grease a 1 1/2 quart baking dish, and set aside.
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Roast the sweet potatoes in preheated oven until easily pierced with a fork, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Remove sweet potatoes from the oven, and cool about 15 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • When sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut in half, and scoop flesh into the bowl of a food processor. Discard potato skins. Add the orange zest, ginger; and egg yolks; process to make a smooth mixture. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour in the orange juice and milk; if desired, add more orange juice to taste. Spoon sweet potato mixture into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle top with pecans.
  • Bake in preheated oven until heated through and pecans are toasted, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 52.4 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 86.5 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

ORANGE-GINGER SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



ORANGE-GINGER SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE image

Categories     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 sweet potatoes, scrubbed
1 tablespoon orange zest
2 teaspoons finely minced fresh ginger root
2 egg yolks
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup orange juice, or to taste
1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk
1/3 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place oven rack in middle position. Lightly grease a 1 1/2 quart baking dish, and set aside. 2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork, and place on the prepared baking sheet. 3. Roast the sweet potatoes in preheated oven until easily pierced with a fork, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. 4. Remove sweet potatoes from the oven, and cool about 15 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). 5. When sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut in half, and scoop flesh into the bowl of a food processor. Discard potato skins. Add the orange zest, ginger; and egg yolks; process to make a smooth mixture. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour in the orange juice and milk; if desired, add more orange juice to taste. Spoon sweet potato mixture into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle top with pecans. 6. Bake in preheated oven until heated through and pecans are toasted, about 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, use a combination of light and dark brown sugar.
  • If you don't have fresh ginger, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • When you're ready to bake the casserole, remove it from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve the casserole warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

This orange-ginger sweet potato casserole is a delicious and festive side dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. The sweet potatoes are roasted until tender and then mashed with a mixture of orange juice, ginger, brown sugar, and spices. The casserole is then topped with a crispy pecan streusel and baked until golden brown. This casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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