Caribbean Boniato Mash

Submitted by thepurpleturtle

"Boniato is a Caribbean sweet potato. This recipe comes from the book “How to Grill, The Complete Illustrated Book of Barbecue Techniques” by Steven Raichlen."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs boniato, peeled and cubed in 1/2-inch cubes (Caribbean sweet potato)
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1⁄2 cup heavy cream
• 1⁄4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated (or more to taste)
• salt and pepper (to taste)

directions

1. Place the boniato in a large pot with cold salted water to cover and slowly bring t a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and gently simmer the boniato until very tender, about 10 minutes.
2. Drain the boniato well and return to the pot. Mash with a potato masher or put through a ricer. Do not use a food processor to mash the boniato or it will taste gummy.
3. Add the butter and cream and continue mashing to form a creamy puree. Season with nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste.

Reviews

[realbirdlady]

A rich, simple, mashed potato dish. Boniato oxidizes very quickly when exposed to the air, so be sure to keep any cut edges covered in water.