Sweet Potatoes with Ancho-Maple Glaze

Name: Sweet Potatoes with Ancho-Maple Glaze
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 serving(s)
Ingredients: 4 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces; 1/2 c. maple syrup; 1/2 stick unsalted butter; 1/4 c. fresh lime juice (about 2 limes); 2 tsp. ancho chile powder; 2 tsp. salt; 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

By Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-PurcellPublished: Oct 19, 2011

Be the first to review!

Jump to recipe

Marcus Nilsson

Yields:

12 serving(s)

Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Cal/Serv:

154

Sweet and spicy, this easy side is a new and tasty way to prepare sweet potatoes for your holiday get-togethers.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Ingredients

4 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 stick unsalted butter
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
2 tsp. ancho chile powder
2 tsp. salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. Step 1In a large pot fitted with a steamer basket set over boiling water, steam potatoes, covered, until firm-tender, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
2. Step 2In a large skillet over medium heat, heat maple syrup, butter, lime juice, chile powder, and salt. When maple mixture starts to bubble, add reserved sweet potatoes. Cook, tossing frequently, until maple mixture is thick and potatoes are cooked through, 7 to 10 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below