Kerriepatat (Curried Sweet Potatoes)

🧂 Ingredients

• 1 kg Sweet potatoes
• 50 g Butter
• 2 tbsp Curry powder(Use a mild or medium curry powder, depending on your spice preference.)
• 3 tbsp Brown sugar(Light or dark brown sugar can be used.)
• 1/4 cup Water(Optional, to help create a sauce if needed.)
• to taste Salt(Optional, to enhance flavors.)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the sweet potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into uniform 2-3 cm cubes. This ensures even cooking.

   ⏱️ 10 minutes
2. 2

   Melt the butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and slightly foamy, add the curry powder and brown sugar.

   ⏱️ 2 minutes
3. 3

   Stir the curry powder and brown sugar into the melted butter. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the curry powder.

   ⏱️ 2 minutes
4. 4

   Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the pot. Stir well to coat each piece evenly with the curry-sugar-butter mixture.

   ⏱️ 2 minutes
5. 5

   Add about 1/4 cup of water to the pot (optional, but helps create a sauce and prevents sticking). Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and cook for 20-25 minutes.

   ⏱️ 20-25 minutes
6. 6

   Stir the sweet potatoes occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. Cook until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, but not falling apart.

   ⏱️ Ongoing during step 5
7. 7

   Once tender, remove the lid. If there is excess liquid, increase the heat slightly to medium-low and cook uncovered for a few more minutes, stirring gently, until the sauce has thickened slightly and coats the potatoes.

   ⏱️ 3-5 minutes
8. 8

   Taste and season with salt if desired. Serve hot.

   ⏱️ 1 minute

💡 Pro Tips

• ✓For a smoother consistency, mash some of the sweet potatoes against the side of the pot with a spoon or fork after cooking.
• ✓Kerriepatat is an excellent side dish for braais (barbecues), roasts, or curries.
• ✓This dish is a classic comfort food, perfect for any occasion.

🔄 Variations

• Increase the amount of curry powder for a spicier kick.
• Add a handful of raisins or sultanas during the last 10 minutes of cooking for a touch of sweetness and chewiness.
• Stir in a tablespoon of lemon or lime juice at the end for a brighter flavor.

🥗 Nutrition

Per serving