Can you boil sweet potatoes?
Use a vegetable peeler or paring knife to peel sweet potatoes.
With a sharp knife, cut off any woody portions and ends.
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Cut into bite-size cubes, keeping pieces as close to the same size as you might for even cooking.
Add enough cold water to cover potatoes and sprinkle with salt.
Bring to boiling, cover, and cook until tender.
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You should be able to easily pierce the sweet potato with a fork or knife.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, sweet potatoes are safe to eat raw.
However, they’re more easily edible when cooked, and many of theirnutrients are enhancedby the cooking process.
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The skin of sweet potatoes is full of fiber, which benefits the digestive system.
Just verify you scrub the skin really well before eating!
Dark-skin sweet potatoes have a much sweeter flavor than lighter-skin versions.
