Sweet potato porridge recipe – Hello, I’m Chef Richee and I’m going to show you the easiest way to make an authentic Nigerian sweet potatoes porridge. Doesn’t matter whether you want to make it with vegetables, mashed, with oats for breakfast or otherwise…I got ya. Keep reading.
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About my Sweet potato porridge
Source: My Diaspora Kitchen
Let’s face it – when eating sweet potatoes, most Nigerians would typically boil or fry theirs (guilty as charged). Rarely does the thought of porridge potatoes cross our minds. I mean – it’s not yam after all. But the fact that you’re on this very page searching for mashed sweet potatoes porridge shows that the idea is slowly creeping up on many.
Without further ado, let’s get right to the ingredients you need to make this happen:
Ingredients
- 3-4 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans (optional)
- Red oil/Palm oil (optional)
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Utensils needed
- A Teaspoon
- A large pot
- A large saucepan
- A wooden spoon
- A strainer
- A cutting board
- A knife
- A large bowl
- Measuring cups
- A grater or food processor
- A spoon or ladle for serving
How to make Sweet Potato porridge recipe step by step
Step #1: Start by peeling and dicing the sweet potatoes into small cubes. Make sure the cubes are small enough so that they will cook evenly and quickly.
Step #2: Place the sweet potatoes in a medium–sized saucepan and pour in 2 cups of water.
Step #3: Place the pan on the stove over high heat and bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Step #4: Cook until the sweet potatoes are soft, which should take about 15 minutes. Check the sweet potatoes with a fork to make sure they are soft. If they are still firm, continue to simmer for a few more minutes.
Step #5: Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash the sweet potatoes, adding a little extra water if necessary to make a smooth, creamy texture.
Step #6: Add 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt and other ingredients and stir to combine. If you’re into it, you can also add about 4 table spoons of palm oil.
Step #7: To obtain a thicker porridge, reduce the heat to low and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Step #8: Serve the porridge warm, topped with your favorite toppings such as nuts, seeds, dried fruit, or honey. Enjoy!
A few things to note when making sweet potato porridge
To ensure a creamy, smooth porridge, use a creamy sweet potato variety such as the Jewel or Hannah sweet potato. If you‘re using canned sweet potatoes, make sure to drain and rinse them before cooking to remove any excess starch.
To achieve a thinner porridge, use more liquid and less sweet potato. For a thicker porridge, use less liquid and more sweet potato. If you‘re using milk (not all of you would dare this), make sure it‘s room temperature so it doesn‘t curdle when it‘s added to the porridge. Lastly, to sweeten the porridge, add a natural sweetener such as maple syrup or honey.
Frequently asked questions
Q1. What goes well with sweet potato porridge?
Different strokes for different folks, they say. For some consumers, maple syrup or honey toppings as natural sweeteners are preferred. Others enjoy their porridge with fresh fruit, nuts, and seeds. Pick your poison.
Q2. Sweet potato porridge with vegetables
Yes, you can actually try this out with veggies. Personally, when I cook yam porridge, vegetables are non-negotiable. So why not do so for potatoes?
Q3. Is sweet potato good for breakfast?
Yes, sweet potato is a great option for breakfast. You can bake, mash, or fry it and serve it with eggs, yogurt, or other breakfast foods. It’s also a great source of vitamins, minerals and carbs to give you the energy for the day’s work..
Final thoughts
Did you make this recipe? How exactly do you like your sweet mashed potatoes? Did you have any questions or suggestions while reading this post? Kindly comment below so I can help out.
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Sweet Potato Porridge Recipe:
Equipment
- A spoon or ladle for serving
- A Teaspoon
- A large pot
- A large saucepan
- A wooden spoon
- A strainer
- A cutting board
- Measuring cups
- A grater or food processor
Ingredients
- 3-4 large sweet potato
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 2 cups of milk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans
Instructions
- Start by peeling and dicing the sweet potatoes into small cubes. Make sure the cubes are small enough so that they will cook evenly and quickly.
- Place the sweet potatoes in a medium-sized saucepan and pour in 2 cups of water.
- Place the pan on the stove over high heat and bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook until the sweet potatoes are soft, which should take about 15 minutes. Check the sweet potatoes with a fork to make sure they are soft. If they are still firm, continue to simmer for a few more minutes.
- Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash the sweet potatoes, adding a little extra water if necessary to make a smooth, creamy texture.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt and other ingredients and stir to combine. If you're into it, you can also add about 4 table spoons of palm oil.
- To obtain a thicker porridge, reduce the heat to low and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve the porridge warm, topped with your favorite toppings such as nuts, seeds, dried fruit, or honey. Enjoy!
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