Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Miso Butter
Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Miso Butter is a deliciously unique side dish that perfectly combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the savory depth of miso butter. This creamy and vibrant dish is not only simple to prepare but also elevates any meal, making it ideal for family dinners or festive gatherings. With its beautiful orange hue and rich flavor, it’s sure to impress your guests and become a new favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp white or yellow miso paste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil peeled and chopped sweet potatoes in a large pot of cold water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- In the same pot, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
- In a small saucepan, melt unsalted butter with miso paste over low heat until combined.
- Pour the miso butter over the mashed sweet potatoes, add heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until creamy.
- Serve warm, optionally drizzling extra melted butter on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg