A Comprehensive Guide to Sweet Potato Recipes
Sweet potatoes are a versatile and nutritious vegetable that can be used in a wide variety of recipes. From classic baked sweet potato wedges to innovative desserts, there’s something for everyone. This collection of sweet potato recipes showcases the many ways this root vegetable can be enjoyed.
Tips for Working with Sweet Potatoes
Also known as ‘kumara’, sweet potatoes are commonly found in Australia in orange, purple, and white varieties. While they are not technically potatoes, they can be cooked in similar ways. Whether you choose to boil and mash them, slice and fry, bake in their skins, roast, turn into soup, or use them in a salad, sweet potatoes offer a range of culinary possibilities. Thin strips can also be deep-fried for crispy sweet potato crisps.
When it comes to pairing sweet potatoes with other ingredients, they work well with maple syrup and extra virgin olive oil when roasted. They also complement spices and strong or smoky flavours. Mashed sweet potatoes can be enhanced with cumin or garlic and used in a vegetable curry with cauliflower, peas, and onion.
Choosing and Storing Sweet Potatoes
When selecting sweet potatoes, look for ones that are undamaged, firm, evenly coloured, and heavy for their size. Avoid refrigerating them, as this can affect their texture. Instead, store them in a well-ventilated area away from heat and light. It’s best to use them within a week of purchasing.
Sweet Potato Recipes
Here are some delicious sweet potato recipes to try:
Baking
– Sweet Potato Cake with Spiced Pecans: This sweet and spiced cake is topped with luscious cream cheese icing.
Air Fryer
– Air Fryer Cheesy Sweet Potato & Polenta Chips: These golden morsels are sure to be gobbled up quickly. 
Entertaining
– Harissa Roasted Sweet Potato & Grain Salad: Inspired by Middle Eastern flavors. 
Healthy
– Kohlrabi & Sweet Potato Rosti with Cashew Dip: A healthy and delicious recipe that makes for an ideal light lunch or brunch dish. 
Quick & Easy
– Sweet Potato Pizza with Fig and Pancetta: This sweet potato pizza uses the versatile veg as a tasty low-carb base. 
Dinner Ideas
– Julie Goodwin’s Sweet Potato Soup: A creamy soup with bold spicy flavors. 
Gluten-Free
– Jerk-Spiced Sweet Potato with Chive Yoghurt: A flavorful gluten-free option. 
Dinner Ideas
– Slow-Cooked Pork Belly with Crushed Sweet Potato: Tender meat and crispy crackling make this a satisfying meal. 
Quick & Easy
– Sweet Potato Rösti with Haloumi and Tomatoes: Rösti can be eaten hot or cold. 
Baking
– Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Pie: Steam the pumpkin and kumara instead of boiling to prevent them from becoming watery. 
Quick & Easy
– Tomato, Chorizo and Sweet Potato Hotpot: A hearty and flavorful dish. 
Healthy
– Sweet Potato Brownies with Espresso Topping: A delicious chocolate treat rich in antioxidants. 
Slow Cooker Recipes
– Slow Cooker Beef Stew: Slow-cooked until tender and full of flavor. 
Healthy
– Roasted Sweet Potato with Green Goddess Dressing: The leftover dressing can be used on a Greek salad, grilled chicken, or steamed fish. 
Dinner Ideas
– Roast Sweet Potato Soup: Creamy, warming, and packed full of flavor. 
Dinner Ideas
– Julie Goodwin’s Rissoles with Sweet Potato Mash: A masterful meal with budget-friendly mince. 
Healthy
– Baked Sweet Potato with Steak Fajita Filling: A unique way to enjoy sweet potato. 
Air Fryer
– Air Fryer Sausages with Sweet Potato Hash Browns: A breakfast favorite with an air fryer twist. 
Dinner Ideas
– Ocean Trout Salad with Edamame Miso Dressing: Orange and purple sweet potato add vibrant color. 
Slow Cooker Recipes
– Slow Cooker Chickpea and Sweet Potato Curry: A vegan curry perfect for chilly nights. 
Quick & Easy
– Haloumi Schnitzel with Sweet Potato Chips: Turn this meat-free meal into four other delicious dishes. 
Gluten-Free
– Sweet Potato Cake with Candied Orange: A sweet treat that’s sure to impress. 
Dinner Ideas
– Lamb Neck Chop and Lentil Stew with Kumara Carrot Mash: A flavorful and tender stew. 
Quick & Easy
– How to Make Sweet Potato/Kumara Mash: A delicious side dish that adds a sweet twist. 
Air Fryer
– Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries: Crispy and full of flavor. 
Healthy
– Sweet Potato and Fetta Tart: A simple vegetarian tart. 
Baking
– Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies: Treats with a veggie twist. 
Lunch
– Zucchini and Sweet Potato Loaf: A loaf of this will satisfy your cravings. 
Dinner Ideas
– Smoked Salmon and Sweet Potato Cakes: Cake for dinner, anyone? 
Dessert
– Dusted Doughnuts: Treat yourself with these delightful doughnuts. 
Dessert
– Kumara Pancakes with Maple Yoghurt: Up your veg intake at breakfast or dessert. 
Dinner Ideas
– Sweet Potato Cannelloni: A vegged-up version of this classic dish. 
Gluten-Free
– Curried Kumara and Lentil Soup: Rethink your workday lunch. 
Dinner Ideas
– Spiced Lentil and Kumara Pies: A hearty pot pie perfect for winter. 
Dinner Ideas
– Spinach and Ricotta Gnocchi with Kumara and Sage: Simply delicious. 
Sweet Potato Rösti with Roasted Vegetables: A traditional Swiss breakfast dish made with grated sweet potatoes. 
Lunch
– Sweet Potato and Tuna Rissoles with Spicy Hummus: A delicious and easy-to-make appetizer. 
Dinner Ideas
– Nut-Crusted Barramundi with Spiced Kumara Wedges: A gluten-free option for a healthy weeknight dinner. 
Healthy
– Vegetarian Thai Yellow Curry: Spice things up with this delicious curry. 
Quick & Easy
– Kumara, Prosciutto and Smoked Mozzarella Flatbreads: A healthy twist on classic flatbreads. 
Quick & Easy
– Kumara Rösti with Portobello Mushrooms: Perfect for breakfast or a light lunch. 
Vegetarian
– Spiced Sweet Potatoes with Whipped Chive Butter: A fancy side dish that’s easy to make. 
Quick & Easy
– Sweet Potato, Mint and Goat’s Cheese Tartlets: A delicious and easy savory appetizer. 
Spiced Sweet Potato Tart: Not only does this sweet potato and zucchini tart look impressive, it’s just as delicious too. 
Quick & Easy
– Sweet Potato Bubble and Squeak: A revamped version of this old favorite. 
Quick & Easy
– Red Curry Coconut Chicken with Sweet Potato: An interesting twist on roast chicken and potatoes. 
Healthy
– Healthy Kumara and Turkey Burgers: A tasty and healthy recipe. 
Quick & Easy
– Beetroot, Ricotta, & Hazelnut Tart with Sweet Potato Pastry: A savoury rustic tart perfect for an alfresco lunch. 
Healthy
– Moroccan Fish and Chips: A healthy take on traditional fish and chips. 
Healthy
– Eggplant and Sweet Potato Curry: A vegan and vegetarian-friendly curry. 
Quick & Easy
– Roast Kumara and Pear Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas: A delicious salad with crispy roast kumara. 
