Roasted Japanese Sweet Potatoes with Scallion Butter

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Roasted Japanese Sweet Potatoes with Scallion Butter
1500 min.
8
271kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Roasted Japanese Sweet Potatoes with Scallion Butter, a dish that perfectly marries simplicity and sophistication. This vegetarian and gluten-free side dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome addition to any meal. With a preparation time of just 1500 minutes, you can easily impress your guests with a dish that showcases the natural sweetness of Japanese sweet potatoes, known for their creamy texture and vibrant color.

The star of this recipe is the luscious scallion butter, which adds a savory depth to the sweet potatoes. Made with just a few ingredients, including miso paste and finely chopped scallions, this butter is a game-changer that elevates the dish to new heights. Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as the sweet potatoes roast to perfection, their skins crisping up while the insides become irresistibly soft.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to enhance your weeknight meals, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. The sweet potatoes can be prepared ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy cooks. Serve them warm, with a generous dollop of scallion butter in the center, and watch as your family and friends savor every bite. This dish is not just food; it's an experience that brings warmth and joy to the table.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons miso paste white (preferably )
  • tablespoons scallion finely chopped
  • small garnet sweet potatoes (4 to 5 pounds total)
  • 1.5 sticks butter unsalted softened well

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • oven mitt

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in upper third.
  2. Prick potatoes all over with a fork and put on a foil-lined large baking sheet.
  3. Bake until very soft when squeezed, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  4. While potatoes bake, stir together butter, miso, and scallion until combined.
  5. Slit hot potatoes lengthwise and, using oven mitts, push in sides to puff up potato.
  6. Serve with some scallion butter in center of each and with additional scallion butter on the side.
  7. · Scallion butter can be made 4 days ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to warm room temperature and stir before using.· Sweet potatoes can be roasted (but not cut) 4 hours ahead and kept at room temperature, covered with foil. Reheat potatoes on a baking sheet on middle rack of a 350°F oven until heated through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories271kcal
Protein3.87%
Fat56.83%
Carbs39.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.88
Glycemic Load
13.33
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.163043504176%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:270.75kcal
13.54%
Fat:17.45g
26.84%
Saturated Fat:10.94g
68.38%
Carbohydrates:27.14g
9.05%
Net Carbohydrates:23.01g
8.37%
Sugar:5.7g
6.33%
Cholesterol:45.55mg
15.18%
Sodium:193.08mg
8.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.67g
5.34%
Vitamin A:18997.78IU
379.96%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.36%
Fiber:4.13g
16.52%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14%
Potassium:456.09mg
13.03%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.76%
Copper:0.21mg
10.75%
Vitamin K:9.41µg
8.97%
Magnesium:34.9mg
8.73%
Phosphorus:72.09mg
7.21%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.12%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.63%
Vitamin E:0.84mg
5.61%
Iron:0.91mg
5.06%
Calcium:47.52mg
4.75%
Vitamin C:3.54mg
4.29%
Folate:16.98µg
4.25%
Vitamin B3:0.77mg
3.87%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.33%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.12%
Selenium:1.23µg
1.75%
Source:Epicurious