Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Coconut Milk
From EatingWell.com
This three-ingredient dish, known as piele in Hawaii, is fabulously simple. Coconut milk - an occasional indulgence because of the saturated fat - contributes rich flavor.
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Nutritional Information
(per serving)
| Calories | 130 |
| Total Fat | 3g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g |
| Cholesterol | 0 |
| Sodium | 339mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23g |
| Dietary Fiber | -- |
| Sugars | -- |
| Protein | 3g |
| Calcium | 0 |
Ingredients
| U.S. | Metric | Conversion chart |
- 1.5 pound(s) sweet potatoes, (about 3 medium)
- 3/4 cup(s) "lite" coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon(s) minced fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
Directions
- Prick sweet potatoes with a fork in several places. Microwave on High until tender all the way to the center, 10 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place in a baking dish and bake at 425 degrees F until tender all the way to the center, about 1 hour.)
- When cool enough to handle, peel off and discard skin. Transfer the sweet potatoes to a medium microwaveable bowl and mash thoroughly with a potato masher. Add coconut milk, ginger and salt; stir well. Reheat in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes, or in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Serve warm.
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