Best 15 Orange Ginger Sweet Potato Puree Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Orange-Ginger Sweet Potato Puree, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. This delectable dish, crafted with vibrant oranges, zesty ginger, and wholesome sweet potatoes, strikes a perfect balance between sweet and savory. Embark on a seamless cooking experience with our step-by-step guide, ensuring a creamy, velvety puree that complements any meal. Explore variations of this versatile recipe, including a delightful vegan and a tantalizingly spicy version, each promising a unique gustatory adventure. Prepare to captivate your palate with this irresistible Orange-Ginger Sweet Potato Puree, a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

GINGERED SWEET POTATO PURéE



Gingered Sweet Potato Purée image

Categories     Ginger     Side     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Sweet Potato/Yam     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 medium sweet potatoes (about 3/4 pound total)
3 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3/4 teaspoon grated peeled fresh gingerroot

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch pieces. In a small saucepan boil potatoes in salted water to cover 15 minutes, or until very tender, and drain well in a colander.
  • In a food processor purée hot potatoes with milk, butter, and gingerroot until smooth and season with salt and pepper.

ORANGE GINGER SWEET POTATO PUREE



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This puree can be used as a filling for Stuffed Sweet Dumpling Squash, but is delicious served on its own.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes about 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 7 medium)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons chopped crystallized ginger
1 teaspoon grated orange peel

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Wash and dry potatoes, and prick skins with a fork in several places. Bake until potatoes are tender, about 1 hour.
  • Peel potatoes, and discard skin; transfer flesh to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Remove, and discard any stringy fibers from paddle. Scrape sides with rubber spatula.
  • Combine butter and brown sugar; mix about 30 seconds. Add remaining ingredients; mix until combined. Serve immediately.

ORANGE-GINGER SWEET POTATOES



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I saw this recipe posted in a local newspaper for the upcoming Thanksgiving. I haven't made this yet, but wanted to post it for others who are looking for a nice side dish for the holidays. Prep time includes the time needed to bake the potatoes.

Provided by kolleen1021

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 2h40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 large sweet potatoes (approx. 5 lbs)
3/4 cup butter
1/3 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons candied ginger (minced)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup dark rum (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Bake potatoes on a cookie sheet until soft (approx. 1.5 hrs).
  • When cool enough to handle, peel and chunk potatoes into a large bowl.
  • Add butter and other ingredients and toss to mix.
  • Mash potatoes thoroughly or puree in a blender. A hand mixer works well also.
  • Lower oven temperature to 350F.
  • Turn mashed potatoes into a casserole dish and dot the top with a bit of additional butter.
  • Bake 30-40 minutes until hot.
  • NOTE: This can be made ahead of time. Bring the mashed potato mixture to room temperature before dotting with butter and baking until hot.

SWEET POTATO PUREE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert or a mesh colander in a large pot and add enough water to reach the bottom of the steamer. Place the sweet potatoes in the steamer and bring the water to a boil. Cover the pot, lower the heat, and cook over simmering water for about 25 minutes, until very tender. Check occasionally to be sure the water doesn't boil away.
  • Transfer the sweet potatoes to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. With the mixer on low, slowly add the half-and-half, orange zest, orange juice, cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. With the mixer still on low, add the butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until incorporated. Taste for seasonings and mix until smooth. Serve hot.

SWEET-POTATO AND ORANGE PURéE WITH ALMOND STREUSEL



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Categories     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Orange     Almond     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Streusel
1/3 cup all purpose flour
1/3 cup whole unblanched almonds
3 tablespoons (packed) golden brown sugar
2 teaspoons Hungarian sweet paprika
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) chilled butter, cut into pieces
Sweet-Potato Puree
4 pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams)
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons (packed) golden brown sugar
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel

Steps:

  • For streusel:
  • Place all ingredients in processor in order listed. Using on/off turns, blend until small moist clumps form. Transfer to bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
  • For sweet-potato puree:
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Pierce potatoes in several places with fork. Place directly on oven rack and bake until very tender, about 1 hour. Transfer to rack and cool. Peel potatoes; place flesh in large bowl and mash. Mix in orange juice, sugar, butter, and orange peel. Season with salt and pepper. Butter 13x9-inch oval gratin dish. Spread puree in dish; smooth top. (Puree can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Scatter streusel over potatoes. Bake until puree is hot and streusel is crisp, about 40 minutes. Cool 5 minutes, then serve.

SWEET POTATO GRATIN WITH GINGER AND ORANGE ZEST



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 - 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 stick butter (4 tablespoons), more for greasing pan
1 cup cream
2 tablespoons grated ginger
Zest from one orange
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and grated, about 4 cups
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts or walnuts (optional)
Salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease a 6- to 8-cup gratin dish with butter. In a small pan, gently heat remaining butter with cream, ginger and orange zest, stirring once or twice, until butter has melted and mixture is just steaming. Remove from heat.
  • Spread potatoes and nuts evenly into baking dish and sprinkle with plenty of salt and pepper. Drizzle cream mixture over all and press down on potatoes with a fork to settle them into dish and at least partly submerge them. Bake until potatoes are tender and cream thickens, about 45 minutes. Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 348, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 523 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BAKED SWEET POTATOES WITH GINGER AND HONEY



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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

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup honey
3 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons walnut oil
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

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

SWEET POTATO PUREE



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At their sweetest in fall and winter, these spuds make a crowd-pleasing side dish. Use the basic version without flavorings to make pie, biscuits, or souffles.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
Maple-butter, orange-ginger, or lime-cayenne flavoring (optional, see below)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with water. Bring to a boil; cook until tender when pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain; puree in food processor.
  • Add flavorings, if desired; puree. Maple-Butter: Add 2 tablespoons each melted butter and maple syrup. Serve puree with more butter and syrup. Orange-Ginger: Add 1/4 cup each milk and orange juice, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger. Lime-Cayenne: Add 1 tablespoon lime juice and a pinch of cayenne. Thin with a bit of cooking liquid, if needed.
  • Season with salt and pepper; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g

ORANGE-GLAZED SWEET POTATOES



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Sweet potatoes are such a nutritious vegetable and this recipe makes it absolutely delicious. The topping makes it irresistible.-American Dairy Assoc, Stacy Duffy, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 medium sweet potatoes (2 to 2-1/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup orange juice
6 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
TOPPING:
1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons cold butter
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook sweet potatoes in boiling water until tender but still hold their shape, about 5 minutes; drain. Arrange in a buttered 2-qt. baking dish so slices overlap slightly. , In a saucepan, combine juice, butter, sugar, syrup, zest and spices; bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium; cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Drizzle over potatoes., In a small bowl, combine oats, sugar and cinnamon. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans. Sprinkle over potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

GINGERED SWEET POTATOES



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Here's an easy and attractive way to spruce up sweet potatoes for your Thanksgiving dinner. Field editor Billie Moss of El Sobrante, California coats the sweet potato wedges with a ginger, cinnamon and brown sugar sauce that's both sweet and spicy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into wedges

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, melt butter with oil over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, salt, ginger and pepper. Add the sweet potato wedges; toss to coat. Cover and cook over low heat for 20-30 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SILKY SWEET POTATO PUREE



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Silky Sweet Potato Puree can be made two days in advance.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds whole sweet potatoes, pricked with a fork
½ teaspoon salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
½ cup buttermilk
½ cup whole milk
6 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position; heat to 425 degrees. Place potatoes on a foil-lined pan; bake 45 to 60 minutes, until tender. Peel when cool enough to handle.
  • Puree with salt and pepper in a food processor. With motor running, gradually add milks through feeder tube, then butter. Process until silken. (Can make up to 2 days ahead; store in an airtight container.) Reheat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 322.5 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

ORANGE SWEET POTATOES



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"Seconds are common once folks try these wonderfully satisfying sweet potatoes-they're smothered with a cinnamon-orange sauce and dotted with walnuts," writes Bonnie Baumgardner from her home in Sylva, North Carolina.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 medium sweet potatoes (about 4 pounds)
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until tender. Drain. When potatoes are cool, peel and cut into 1/2-in. slices. Arrange in a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish; set aside., In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, salt and cinnamon. Stir in the orange juice, honey, butter, water and orange zest. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in walnuts. , Pour mixture over the potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

ORANGE SWEET POTATO PIE WITH GINGER STREUSEL



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Flecks of orange zest add a pleasant texture and zip to this classic sweet potato pie. Cook and mash the potatoes a day ahead to save time on pie-making day. -Lindsey Cook, Dallas, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 29

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon cold lemon-lime soda or ginger ale
1 teaspoon white vinegar
3 tablespoons ice water
FILLING:
3 large eggs
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled, cooked and mashed
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
GINGER STREUSEL:
15 gingersnap cookies
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon maple syrup

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the flour, sugar and salt; cover and pulse to blend. Add the butter, soda and vinegar; cover and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs., While processing, gradually add water just until moist crumbs form. Shape into a disk; wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle., Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate; flute edges., In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, sweet potatoes, milk, sugar, brown sugar, butter, orange zest, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, cloves and allspice until blended. Pour into crust. Bake at 400° for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the cookies, butter, sugar and flour. Cover and pulse until coarse crumbs form; sprinkle over pie. Cover edges of pastry loosely with foil. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and maple syrup; beat until stiff peaks form. Serve with pie. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET POTATO PURéE WITH GINGER AND CIDER



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Categories     Food Processor     Ginger     Potato     Side     Thanksgiving     Fall     Boil     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 medium)
4 cups apple cider
1/4 cup minced peeled fresh ginger
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in large pot; add enough water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until potatoes are very tender, about 40 minutes. Drain; cool. Peel; cut into large chunks. Transfer to processor.
  • Bring cider to boil in heavy medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until cider is reduced to 1 cup, about 30 minutes. Transfer cider, ginger, and butter to processor with potatoes; process until very smooth. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Transfer puree to heavy medium saucepan. Cover; chill. Stir over medium heat to rewarm before serving.)

SWEET POTATO PIE



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This creamy sweet potato pie is subtly spiced and slices beautifully! We suggest baking up a few sweet potato pies around the holidays to give to friends and family. - North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Dough for single-crust pie
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled and cubed
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs at room temperature, lightly beaten
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling, Place sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 13-15 minutes. Drain potatoes; return to pan. Mash until very smooth; cool to room temperature. , In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Add milk, two cups mashed sweet potatoes, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; mix well. Pour into crust. Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake until set or a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftover.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

- Peel and cut sweet potatoes into even-sized cubes for even cooking. - Use a high-quality blender or food processor to achieve a smooth and creamy puree. - For a tangy twist, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a dash of apple cider vinegar. - To enhance the sweetness, add a pinch of brown sugar or maple syrup. - For a smoky flavor, roast the sweet potatoes before pureeing. - Garnish the puree with chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, for a pop of color and flavor. - Serve the sweet potato puree as a side dish with roasted or grilled meats, fish, or poultry. - Leftover puree can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

The orange-ginger sweet potato puree is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed in various ways. With its vibrant color, sweet and tangy flavor, and creamy texture, this puree is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether served as a side dish, a dip, or a spread, this puree is a delightful addition to any meal. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your unique variations, and enjoy this nutritious and flavorful dish anytime.

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