Indian · serves 2

Sweet Potato in Syrup

Boiled sweet potato in thick sugar syrup. Old-fashioned and completely satisfying.

35 min Easy Vegetarian No oven needed

Ingredients

  • 1kg sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • Chopped nuts or cherries

Method

  1. Boil the sugar and water down to a thick syrup and set it aside.
  2. Boil the sweet potatoes until tender, then peel them while still warm — cold skins won't come off cleanly.
  3. Slice thick, pour the syrup over, heat through, stirring once or twice.
  4. Nuts on top.

Questions people ask about Sweet Potato in Syrup

How long does Sweet Potato in Syrup take?

About 35 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. Most of that is active, so read the method through before you start rather than chopping as you go.

Can I make Sweet Potato in Syrup ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Sweet Potato in Syrup vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

Can I make Sweet Potato in Syrup without an oven?

That is exactly what this recipe is for. It uses a pressure cooker, a pan or the fridge instead of an oven, and the method here is written for that, not adapted from a baked version.

What do you serve with Sweet Potato in Syrup?

Roti or plain rice, with something sharp on the side: curd, pickle or sliced onion. Baking is chemistry, so scale it by weight rather than by eye: double every quantity, use a tin with roughly double the area, and expect to add ten minutes or so. Judge it by the skewer, not the clock.

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