Boniatillo (Sweet Potato Paste) Recipe
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb Cuban white sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into lg Chunks
- 2 c. Water
- 2 c. Sugar
- 1 x Cinnamon stick Peel of 1 lime, white pith removed
- 3 lrg Egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 1/4 c. Dry sherry Grnd cinnamon for garnish
- 1 x In a large saucepan over medium heat, boil the potatoes in lightly
Directions
- Salted water to cover till tender, about 20 min. Drain the potatoes and puree them in a blender or possibly food processor fitted with a steel blade. 2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat the water, sugar, cinnamon, and lime peel, stirring constantly, till the syrup reaches the soft-ball stage
- (250 degrees), on a candy thermometer, about 15 min. Reduce the heat to low, carefully remove the cinnamon and lime peel, add in the pureed potatoes, and cook 6 to 8 min, stirring constantly, till the paste is thoroughly blended. 3. Remove from the heat, add in the egg yolks, and mix well. Return to low heat for 2 to 3 min, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat, fold in the sherry, and allow the paste to cold at room temperature 10 to 15 min. 4. Transfer the mix to a serving bowl or possibly individual dessert dishes, cover, and chill at least 2 hrs. Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve cool.
- Makes 6 to 8 servings BONIATILLO Sweet Potato Paste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 164g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 301 | |
| Calories from Fat 20 | 7% |
| Total Fat 2.26g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat 0.81g | 3% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 105mg | 35% |
| Sodium 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 20mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 68.3g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 67.42g | 45% |
| Protein 1.37g | 2% |
