When you think of sweet potatoes, you must not have imagined them to be white. Instead, you must have thought of them as a ruddy orange potato, that has copper skin and is slightly thinner & longer than a russet potato. While we love the classic orange sweet potato, there are several varieties of organic sweet potatoes you can explore, like a white sweet potato.
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Through this blog post, you will learn about what a white sweet potato is, how it tastes, and the white sweet potato recipe. So, don’t wait any longer and start reading this blog post without any delay.
What is a White Sweet Potato?
A white sweet potato (also known as white yam) is related to an orange sweet potato. But it has some noticeable differences in texture & taste.
- Orange sweet potatoes have orange flesh, are very sweet, and have more moisture.
- White yams have white flesh, are mild in flavor, slightly nutty, and have less moisture.
White sweet potatoes (like other potatoes) are considered bulbous vegetables. People grow them throughout subtropical & tropical regions. As per an article in Science Daily, organic sweet potatoes are considered the world’s 2nd most valuable root crop with an origin in Asia.
Taste of White Sweet Potatoes
When compared to orange ones, a cooked white sweet potato has less moisture. But they are much creamier and contain less butter. It’s less starchy than a russet potato, has a crumbly, and isn’t as sweet as its orange relative.
You can also roast it in the oven to check the variations in flavor & texture. Next, divide it in half. To conduct an impartial taste test, we topped one side with butter, salt, and brown sugar while leaving the other side unvarnished.
Different Varieties of Sweet Potatoes
1. Hannah Sweet Potato: These have a long & cylinder shape with white flesh. They are comparatively less starchy than Japanese Sweet Potatoes. But it is still a good choice to include in your recipe.
2. Japanese Sweet Potato: These have purple skin & white flesh with a long & cylinder shape. They are very starchy, which makes them perfect for mashed potatoes & fries.
White Sweet Potato Recipe You Must Try
If you are thinking about a white sweet potato recipe you can try at home, this section will give you an idea of how you can cook them at home.
Crispy Pan-Fried White Sweet Potato
- Using a deep & large skillet, heat over medium-to-high heat. Then add 2 tbsp of oil.
- Once the oil starts to shimmer, add the sweet potato.
- Cook the sweet potato for 8 to 10 minutes while stirring often.
- Then lightly salt the sweet potatoes mid-way through the cooking time and add garlic & pepper powder.
Serve once the sweet potatoes are crisp!
Roasted White Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat your microwave oven to 400° Fahrenheit.
- Peel & cube white yams, and toss with olive oil, pepper, salt, and desired spices.
- Evenly spread the potatoes on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25 to 30 minutes or it turns golden brown or tender, flipping halfway through.
Enjoy it as a nutritious & delicious side dish!
White Sweet Potato Fries
- Preheat your microwave oven to 400° Fahrenheit.
- Slice your white sweet potatoes into thin strips, and toss with salt, pepper, olive oil, and seasoning.
- After that, arrange the potatoes in a single layer spread on a baking sheet.
- Then bake it for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown & crisp.
Serve hot as a healthier alternative to traditional fries, perfect as a side dish or as a tastiest snaking dish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question – How can I store my raw sweet white potato?
Answer – Like other root vegetables, such as carrots, organic sweet potatoes have a comparatively longer shelf life if stored properly.
Question – Should I refrigerate my raw sweet potatoes?
Answer – Refrigerating your sweet potatoes can extend their shelf life. But unless they have previously been cooked, the extra time isn’t worth it/ This is mainly because refrigerated sweet potatoes can acquire an unpleasant bitter taste with a hard center.
Question – How can I store cooked sweet potatoes?
Answer – After cooking your sweet potatoes, you may keep them in the refrigerator for approximately a week in an airtight container. You can bake them whole, roast them into cubes, mash them, or use any other prep method.
Question – Can You Freeze Sweet Potatoes?
Answer – The U.S. Sweet Potato Council claims that sweet potatoes can be stored for up to a year, but they need to be prepared beforehand. Roasted sweet potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, sliced boiling sweet potatoes, and baked sweet potatoes are all freezer-friendly.
Question – How can I cook sweet potatoes?
Answer – Sweet potatoes are incredibly adaptable & reasonably priced, whether you bake, fry, boil, or mash them. Try them in a large fall salad or a velvety, thick sweet potato soup. In addition to roasting them with garlic & Parmesan for a delicious side dish, you can slice them thinly and make sweet potato chips for a snack. Also, don’t forget about sweet potato pie.
