Sweet Steamed Sweet Potatoes with a Fluffy Texture
A snack of steamed sweet potatoes cooked over medium heat in a steamer for a fluffy texture.
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An easy snack made by steaming in-season chestnut sweet potatoes. Steaming them over medium heat for 20 minutes once the steam rises, followed by letting them rest for 5 minutes, brings out a fluffy texture and subtle sweetness. They are delicious eaten as is, or used in salads, lattes, and more.
- Cook time
- 25 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Steps
Soak the sweet potatoes briefly in water to loosen any dirt, then wash them clean under running water.
Add water to the steamer and bring it to a rolling boil.
Once steam begins to rise, place the sweet potatoes in without overlapping.
Cover with the lid and steam over medium heat for 20 minutes.
You can adjust the steaming time depending on the size of the sweet potatoes.
Pierce the thickest sweet potato, and if it goes in smoothly, cover with the lid and let it rest for 5 minutes; then the sweet potatoes are fully cooked.
Ppunwife's tips
- Pierce the thickest sweet potato, and if it goes in smoothly, cover with the lid and let it rest for 5 minutes; then the sweet potatoes are fully cooked.
FAQ
How do I check if the sweet potatoes are cooked through?
Pierce the thickest sweet potato, and if it goes in smoothly, it is fully cooked.
What heat level and time should I use to steam the sweet potatoes?
Place the sweet potatoes in a steaming steamer without overlapping, cover with the lid, and steam over medium heat for 20 minutes; then turn off the heat and let them rest for 5 minutes.
What dishes can I make with steamed sweet potatoes?
They are great eaten as is, or you can mash them to make a salad for sandwiches or blend them with milk to make a sweet potato latte.
How do I adjust the time if the sweet potatoes are larger or smaller?
You can adjust the steaming time according to their size, slightly increasing or decreasing the time based on thickness as you check for doneness.
