Ina Garten Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Ina Garten’s Glazed Sweet Potatoes is made with sweet potatoes, olive oil, unsalted butter, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, pure maple syrup, and aged balsamic vinegar. This delicious sweet potato recipe creates a tasty side dish that takes about 25 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 4 people.

This Glazed Sweet Potatoes Recipe Is From Go-To Dinner Cookbook by Ina Garten.

Ingredients Needed:

• 1½ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and ½ to ¾-inch diced (4 small)
• Good olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (¼ stick) unsalted butter
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• Aged balsamic vinegar, such as Villa Manodori
• Sea salt or fleur de sel

How To Make Glazed Sweet Potatoes?

1. Prepare the pan: Place the sweet potatoes, 2 tbsp water, and 3 tbsp olive oil in a large (12-inch/30 cm) sauté pan. Cover and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
2. Add seasonings and butter: Remove the lid, add 2 more tbsp olive oil, butter, 2 tsp kosher salt (or 1 tsp fine sea salt), and ½ tsp pepper. Toss the potatoes, spreading them in an even layer.
3. Cook the sweet potatoes: Sauté the potatoes uncovered over medium heat for 12-15 minutes until tender, raising the heat at the end to reduce any remaining liquid. Toss occasionally with a metal spatula.
4. Glaze the potatoes: Off the heat, drizzle with 2 tbsp maple syrup and 2 tsp balsamic vinegar. Toss to coat.
5. Season and serve: Sprinkle with sea salt, taste, and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot.

Recipe Tips:

• Dice Sweet Potatoes Evenly: Cutting the sweet potatoes into even ½ to ¾-inch (1-2 cm) pieces ensures they cook evenly and become tender without burning.
• Use Good-Quality Maple Syrup: Pure maple syrup gives the best flavor. Avoid imitation syrups, as they can be too sweet and lack the rich depth of real maple syrup.
• Don’t Skip the Balsamic Vinegar: Aged balsamic vinegar adds a subtle tangy sweetness that balances the flavors beautifully, so it’s worth using a high-quality one.
• Raise Heat at the End: Near the end of cooking, increase the heat slightly to reduce any excess liquid and achieve a slight caramelization on the potatoes, adding extra flavor.
• Season Right Before Serving: Sprinkle sea salt or fleur de sel just before serving for a satisfying crunch and a boost in flavor.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: First, let the leftover Glazed Sweet Potatoes cool to room temperature. Then, transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: After cooling, place the Glazed Sweet Potatoes in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 2 months.
• Reheat:

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 of 4 servings

• Calories: 352 kcal
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Cholesterol: 24 mg
• Sodium: 96 mg
• Potassium: 372 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 66 g
• Dietary Fiber: 6 g
• Sugars: 39 g
• Protein: 3 g

Try More Ina Garten Recipe:

• Ina Garten Roasted Fingerling Potatoes & Almost Any Green Vegetable
• Ina Garten Orange Marmalade–glazed Ham
• Ina Garten Lemon Linguine With Zucchini & Basil
• Ina Garten Weeknight Spaghettoni With Tomatoes & Pancetta