Stir-Fried Sweet Potatoes Recipe (2024)

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Thomas

I added some tofu and it made this into a great and filling main dish.

Angela

Served this alongside pan-fried black cod for dinner last night (very good), and mixed it with a farro-mushroom-kale salad for lunch today. I can think of dozens of salad applications...

Carol-Anne

I put in chickpeas, kale, and added lime and cilantro, and it made it a full meal. Thanks, definitely making again!

Sue

Used a mix of canola and sesame oil to stir fry this; added a can of black beans, and squeezed in the juice of half a lime and served it as salad. Was very good.

SamD

Halved the recipe to serve two. Used mini food processor to chop the garlic, ginger, jalapeño, and scallions. Used large holes on a box grater for the sweet potatoes. Quick, easy, and delicious. Will definitely make again and again.

Caton

This is great! I used purple Japanese yams and a few Tbsps of sambal oelek in lieu of the chili pepper. Served with lime wedges, as it really wants a bright acid note. Will be returning to this one again soon!

Kendra

I'm waiting for Cuisinart to replace my recalled blade, so hand cut the green onions, garlic, and ginger. I cut the potatoes in 1/2-inch dice and used red pepper flakes for heat. Really tasty, especially the browned bits on the potatoes.

Camila

Put a couple fried eggs on top with sriracha ketchup. Yum!!

C. G.

This was very good.. I usually am very careful about making a recipe the first time exactly as written, but I made this on the spur of the moment and used some red onion and chili-garlic paste instead of scallions and a pepper. It was great! and I will try it as written next time. Highly recommended!

Meghan

This recipe truly benefits from a large skillet. I used my cast iron skillet but next time will use a non-stick simply because it is bigger and will help the potato get crispy instead of soggy. Even with the wetter potato this was a delicious side.

Libby

This is delicious, easy and healthy! Probably going to be a new staple in my household. Thanks!

mheissner

Delicious. I was in a rush and neglected to separate the blitzing of the first four ingredients. Things turned out just fine. More than fine actually. This recipe is a keeper.

Klkruger

Made a couple minor changes: no scallions so used snipped garden chives. Mixed w/the garlic, ginger & ripe jalapeño & sautéed all together upfront (for 30 secs) before adding the potato. I was serving as a side where the soy wouldn't work (sautéed pork tenderloin medallions w/apples & mustard sauce) so I simply added a squeeze of lemon before plating. I cooked this in a large cast iron pan till done then held uncovered in a 200 oven while I made the main dish. Worked. Great!

Amy

Added some fried sriracha-marinated tofu to give it some protein and eat as a main vegan dish. I'm also thinking of adding quinoa next time as well to make it a bit more hearty.

Marilyn

Very good recipe. I added a splash of lime juice just before serving.

Pat

Cut potatoes in small dice and did not use the soy sauce. Really great as a side with salmon.

Watch The Cooking Time

10 minutes isn't enough for the sweet potato. Mine were still raw on the inside at that point

dawn

Black beans or fried egg,Add lime juice at end

JAnne

Added a splash of water to keep from sticking in cast-iron. Used shredded red cabbage at last minute of frying for crunch, subbed chili flakes, and garnished with chopped almond as suggested. Would add more ginger next time. Simple, healthy side-dish to go with dumplings. Will make again.

Julie

I love sweet potatoes more than my family so I have tried many ways to get them hooked. This was one of their favorites. I didn't use the fresh hot chili as we don't like too much spice. Also, it was a little dry while sautéing, so I added a little chicken stock (could also use water). We all really liked it!

Mel

It is a lot more forgiving to cut potatoes into 3/4 inch dice.roast at 475 for 20-25 minutes. Technique comes from a great vegetable cookbook-Fast ,Fresh and Green. Which is great bargain since it is quite old,Mel

Andrew

This was fine but nothing special. We added tofu but it didn't go that well with the dish. Should have followed recipe exactly!

johanna

Kinda of mushy. Good, but I like my smile cayenne sweet potatoes better

ESylvester

This was deeeeelicious. Thank you to the person who suggested a fried egg. Served it over rice, with a fried egg, and some sriracha mayo. So good!!

meme

Use the whole bunch of scallions and add directly to the dish. Cooking time is somewhat shorter. Plenty of good quality soy sauce.

BCLE

I thought this was good but the ginger was very strong. I would use less ginger next time.

Martha

on the dry side so add some liquid s.a. sriracha or chili garlic sauce for fluid

add protein

Added a fried egg and chili oil on top *chef kiss*

add protein

Added a fried egg and chili oil on top *chef kiss*

Anne

Made this exactly as written many times and it is so good. I'm not the biggest fan of sweet potatoes but I want to enjoy their health benefits so this was a great way to do so and still have a delicious side dish. Usually serve alongside fish.

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Stir-Fried Sweet Potatoes Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What can I add to sweet potato to make it taste good? ›

Salt, Pepper, and Butter – the OG classic way of serving your sweet potatoes. Greek Yogurt and Green Onion – one of my personal favorites! you can do sour cream instead of Greek Yogurt if you prefer. Maple Syrup, Cinnamon, and Butter – ok, I'm a big fan of savory but this combo is also a favorite!

What are the tips and tricks of sweet potatoes? ›

Selection and storage tips: Choose firm, small- to medium-sized potatoes with smooth skin. Avoid cracks, soft spots and blemishes. Choose sweet potatoes with a bright, uniform color. Store them in a cool, dark, dry place for use within two to three weeks or at room temperature for up to a week.

What is the sticky liquid from sweet potato? ›

The ooze is actually referred to as "sap." It is made up of sugar and starch combined with the moisture found in the vegetable, and it escapes out of the damage made from the knife. The sap really equals the sweetness. If it's pouring out of your potato, that means it's a sweet and delicious vegetable.

Why do you need to soak sweet potatoes before cooking? ›

TIPS & TRICKS to Make this Recipe: The main secrets to achieving that incredible crispy texture, is to soak the cut sweet potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This helps remove the starch from the sweet potatoes so they´re not limp & soggy.

What is the healthiest way to eat sweet potatoes? ›

Boiling sweet potatoes retains more beta-carotene and makes the nutrient more absorbable than other cooking methods such as baking or frying. Up to 92% of the nutrient can be retained by limiting the cook time, such as boiling in a pot with a tightly covered lid for 20 minutes.

Why don t sweet potatoes get crispy? ›

The secret to crispy (instead of soggy) sweet potato fries is to spread them out in an even layer with enough room so that they don't touch. This is especially important if you're making a big batch of fries. Instead of just piling more onto one baking pan, spread them out over two baking pans or cook them in batches.

What makes sweet potato a super food? ›

Of the thousands of vegetables available today, sweet potatoes are considered one of the most nutritious. The orange- (or sometimes purple) fleshed vegetables are loaded with minerals and A, B, and C vitamins. This has led to sweet potatoes being called a superfood by many.

Why are my fried potatoes sweet? ›

When potatoes are stored too long, in a too-cold environment (below 41°F) the starches within convert to sugar. This not only makes for an overly-sweet potato but also alters the cooking chemistry – resulting in uneven cooking performance and discoloration.

Should you soak cut potatoes before frying? ›

The main reasons to cut the potatoes and pre-soak in water are: To allow the excess starches and sugars to be removed from the outer surface of the fry strips AND to keep the potatoes from browning prematurely from exposure to air. Covering in water helps the potato from turning a dark color.

Do you peel sweet potatoes for cooking? ›

Are sweet potato skins edible? Yes—and you should definitely eat them. Removing the skins removes some of the nutrients from the potato, so don't peel them if you're making healthy sweet potato recipes. The skin also helps the inside stay moist as the potato cooks.

What are the white dots in my sweet potatoes? ›

All it is is just a mixture of the natural sugar. starches in water that comes out like sap. when the cell walls of the plant are damaged and cut. This is actually indication of a really fresh potato, so it may taste even sweeter and better.

What is the white mold on my sweet potatoes? ›

Sweet potatoes in storage are commonly infected with the bread mold fungus, which causes a watery soft rot of part or all of the tuber. The fungus may be seen as a fluffy, white growth, with black dots supported on threads.

How do you dress up a baked sweet potato? ›

Toppings for Baked Sweet Potatoes:

Maple syrup, butter and toasted pecans. Sour cream, chives, salt, and pepper. Blue cheese, walnuts and honey. Mini marshmallows, brown sugar and cinnamon (pop it under the broiler to toast the marshmallows a bit).

What do Americans put on sweet potato? ›

The American tradition of cooking sweet potatoes with marshmallows is a bit of a leap for the European reader. But it always pays to keep an open mind.

What does baking soda do to sweet potatoes? ›

Baking Soda – boiling the potatoes in baking soda draws out the starch and allows the outside to get brown and crispy. Sweet Potatoes – yams work fine too. Extra Virgin Olive Oil – gets infused with rosemary and garlic and is the key to getting that crispy exterior.

How do you prop a sweet potato? ›

Here's one way to do it:
  1. fill up a tray with about 2 inches of potting soil.
  2. place the sweet potato sideways in to the tray so it is about half buried.
  3. water it and wait until it creates sprouts.
  4. remove those sprouts with scissor and cut the sprouts in to multiple sprouts at each node.
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