Sweet potato puree with maple syrup and orange zest

4 servings

50 minutes

Sweet potato puree with maple syrup and orange zest is an exquisite dish of American cuisine that combines sweetness with a hint of citrus freshness. Sweet potatoes, known for their caramel notes, are enhanced by maple syrup here, while orange zest adds a subtle fruity tang. This dish has roots in traditional autumn cooking in the USA when natural sweet ingredients are used to create cozy, warming recipes. The puree has a velvety texture and rich flavor that pairs well with roasted meats, poultry, or even vegetarian dishes. It can be served as a side dish at festive gatherings, especially on Thanksgiving Day, or simply enjoyed for its warmth on cold days.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 400.8
• Proteins: 4.9g
• Fats: 24.2g
• Carbohydrates: 44.2g

Ingredients

• Sweet potato: 900 g
• Unsalted butter: 4 tbsp
• Heavy cream: 2 tbsp
• Sugar: 1 tsp
• Maple syrup: 2 tbsp
• Orange zest: 3 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Peel the sweet potato, cut it lengthwise into 4 parts, and then into pieces of 0.5 cm.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet potato: 900 g

2. Put the potatoes in a large pot, add oil, cream, sugar, salt, pepper, maple syrup, and zest.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet potato: 900 g
   • Unsalted butter: 4 tablespoons
   • Heavy cream: 2 tablespoons
   • Sugar: 1 teaspoon
   • Maple syrup: 2 tablespoons
   • Orange zest: 3 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  pinch

3. Mix everything, cover with a lid, and cook on low heat for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally — the potatoes should fall apart when pierced with a fork.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet potato: 900 g

4. Remove the pot from the heat and mash the potatoes with a masher until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet potato: 900 g