Batatas Majadas (Sweet Mashed Potatoes)
Batatas Majada (Sweet Mashed Potatoes) is a creamy and delectable dish! They complement turkey, pig, beef, and chicken. This is an excellent accompaniment! Sweet potato is referred to as batata in this instance. Sweet potatoes in a mashed form make up the batata mash. Kiribati residents first cook sweet potatoes. The sweet potato is then mixed with butter, coconut, and other ingredients. A creamy recipe, the batata mash. This recipe is typically served as a side dish to grilled meats.
Ingredients:
3 pounds sweet potatoes, 2 teaspoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 3 tablespoons butter, 1/4 cup milk, pinch of salt (optional), crushed pecans (optional)
Instruction:
1. Peel the sweet potatoes with a potato peeler or knife and cube them into one-inch pieces.
2. Rinse pieces and add to a saucepan with enough water to cover. Cook over medium-high heat for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain water from the saucepan.
3. Add all the ingredients to the pot and mash with a potato masher or an immersion blender for an extra creamy mash.
4. Garnish with chopped pecans or an extra dollop of butter.
Notes: If you would like to make this recipe vegan, simply use a butter alternative and plant-based milk.
