SWEET POTATO AND ONION DIP
George Washington Carver, the botanist, educator and inventor, was known as "the peanut man," but he geeked out over sweet potatoes as much as peanuts. He recorded recipes for sweet potato flour, sweet potato starch and commercial canning. "The delicate flavor of a sweet potato is lost if it is not cooked properly," he wrote in his 1936 Bulletin No. 38. (His paper booklets were distributed to rural farmers to assist with crop rotation and provide instructions for added-value products.) Dr. Carver considered baking the best way to cook sweet potatoes while preserving the most flavor. Use varieties like Covington, Vardaman or jewel; the sugary notes balance the alliums and warming spices. Raw vegetables or tortilla chips make practical dipping utensils for this spread, or lather the dip over toasted thick-cut bread.
Provided by Nicole Taylor
Categories snack, dips and spreads, vegetables, appetizer, side dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings (about 4 cups)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Using a vegetable brush and water, scrub the sweet potatoes to remove dirt, then place them on a sheet pan.
- Bake the sweet potatoes on the top rack until soft to the touch, about 1 1/4 hours. Let cool for at least 1 hour.
- Add grapeseed oil to a large skillet and heat over medium. Add sliced onion, fennel and jalapeño to the skillet and sauté for 15 minutes or until onions are soft and slightly browned. Set aside and let cool room temperature.
- Using your hands, gently peel the sweet potatoes and discard the skins. In a large bowl, use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until you see tiny chunks. (The texture shouldn't be ultrasmooth.)
- Using a spoon, stir in the cooked onion mixture along with the ricotta, Parmesan, pecans, lime juice, maple syrup, anchovy oil (if using), salt, onion powder, vanilla and nutmeg. Store the dip in an airtight container, and place in the fridge until ready to eat. (If you have the time, the flavors are always better the next day.)
- Just before serving, stir to combine and season the dip to taste with salt. Drizzle it with olive oil, then top it with the reserved fennel fronds and crispy fried onions, if you like. Serve with any combination of bread, tortilla chips or celery sticks.
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Muazzam Mehtab
[email protected]This dip is a must-try for any fan of sweet potatoes.
Roal Mawajdeh
[email protected]I can't wait to try this dip. It looks so delicious.
Anmual Saud
[email protected]This dip is everything I was hoping for and more. It's creamy, flavorful, and the perfect party appetizer.
Jerimiah Deputee
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good sweet potato dip for a while now, and this one is perfect.
Scott Wood
[email protected]This dip is a great way to add a little something extra to your next party or gathering. It's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
Hammad Khanzada
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and healthy snack options, and this dip definitely fits the bill. It's filling and satisfying, but it's also not too heavy.
Patrick Nobatani
[email protected]I love the addition of the fresh herbs. They really brighten up the flavor of the dip.
Taklim Hossain
[email protected]This dip is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, creamy, and satisfying.
Irma Aguirre
[email protected]I'm a big fan of sweet potato fries, so I knew I would love this dip. I was not disappointed. It's just as delicious as I had hoped.
Abukar Abdullahi
[email protected]This dip is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!
mohammad Azadikhah
[email protected]I love that this dip can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to entertain guests.
Niruzadi Shehzadi
[email protected]This dip is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I always have a few on hand, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can use them in.
Suban Ali
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting appetizer recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique, flavorful, and sure to impress your guests.
Rishini Kavisha
[email protected]This dip is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I love the roasted onion flavor.
Md Habibur khan
[email protected]I made this dip for a party last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it. I'm so glad I found this recipe.
AB Tv
[email protected]This dip is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's made with healthy ingredients, too.
Stephen Quinn
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of sweet potato, but this dip changed my mind. The combination of sweet potato and onion is surprisingly delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Puffin Island
[email protected]This sweet potato and onion dip is a hit! Everyone who tried it loved it. It's creamy, flavorful, and the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering.