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    Paleo Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    A naturally sweet side dish that will please everyone, short and tall, around the dinner table, with just 4 ingredients? You got it!

    mashed sweet potatoes served in a white dish

    Sweet potatoes, coconut milk, cinnamon, and your choice of ghee or coconut oil (if you're AIP or vegan). That is the starting point of the recipe, though it can also be made with modifications.

    Unsweetened almond milk can be substituted for coconut milk, for example. Fresh or dried herbs can be added instead of cinnamon for a sweet-savory kick.

    What you stir into your mashed sweet potatoes, is up to your cravings and your taste buds; it also depends on your entree. If you are serving baked mustard chicken, chances are good that you may want to toss some garlic powder into the potato mash.

    If you are making roasted garlic-mustard pork, stick to the original plan and add the cinnamon. Then you will have the best of both sweet and savory worlds.

    Plus, the creaminess of the sweet potato mash entirely complements even the driest cut of pork. Slice the meat into thin strips, then dip it into the vibrant mash - oh, what a wonderful combination!

    You may also be pleased to know that, yes, you can freeze mashed sweet potatoes. Store them in a container, or make individual portions.

    Then, when you are hungry, all you have to do is thaw the sweet potato mash in the fridge, and finally reheat it in the oven or on the stovetop. Sweet and simple.

    Paleo Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

    Serves: 4 Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min

    Ingredients

    • 2 lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
    • 2-3 tbsp. ghee or coconut oil
    • ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
    • ½ cup full-fat coconut milk
    • Sea salt, to taste

    Preparation

    1. Dice the potatoes roughly the same size and place them into a large pot. Cover with water, season generously with salt, and set over high heat until boiling.
    2. Lower heat to medium-high and boil for 15 - 20 minutes, occasionally stirring, until the potatoes are easily pierced with a knife.
    3. Once the potatoes are done, drain the water, and return to the pot off of the heat.
    4. Add the ghee and slowly blend in the coconut milk while mashing the potatoes using a potato masher or hand mixer. Start in increments and work up to the consistency of your liking.
    5. Add in salt and cinnamon, and mix well.
    6. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

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    Paleo Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

    Paleo Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

    Mashed potatoes are the go-to side dish for just about any meal. If you are avoiding nightshades, you'll want to try this sweet potato mash instead!
    4.50 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 35 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 317 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 lbs. sweet potatoes peeled and diced
    • 2-3 tbsp. ghee or coconut oil
    • ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
    • ½ cup full-fat coconut milk
    • Sea salt to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Dice the potatoes roughly the same size and place into a large pot. Cover with water, season generously with salt, and set over high heat until boiling.
    • Lower heat to medium-high and boil for 15 – 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are easily pierced with a knife.
    • Once the potatoes are done, drain the water, return to the pot off of the heat.
    • Add the ghee and slowly blend in the coconut milk while mashing the potatoes using a potato masher or hand mixer. Start in increments and work up to the consistency of your liking.
    • Add in salt and cinnamon, mix well.
    • Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 129mgPotassium: 829mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 32177IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 79mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword mashed potato, sweet potato
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    Filed Under: Paleo Recipes, Paleo Sides, Veggies and Appetizers Tagged With: cooking: fast prep, cooking: stovetop, diet: dairy-free, diet: egg-free, diet: low-fodmap, diet: no sweeteners, diet: nut-free, diet: shellfish-free, diet: vegan, diet: vegetarian, good for leftovers, Paleo Autoimmune-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Kid-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Nightshade-Free Recipes

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