White Sweet Potatoes "Batatas"

Mashed Batatas, White Sweet Potato

The white sweet potato, referred to as the "Batata" in my neighborhood, can be found at most Caribbean and Asian markets.  Here is a recipe that is unique and simple to prepare.

Mashed Batatas

Ingredients:

2 medium sized sweet potatoes, white variety

1/4 of coconut or low fat milk

1 Lemon, juiced

1 tablespoon of lemon rind

1 teaspoon cardamon (optional)

Directions:

1.  Cook whole potatoes in a pressure cooker for 15 minutes or cut up into pieces and boil until soft.

2.  Peel skin off with your hands while rinsing with cold water.

3.  Place in a mixing bowl.

3.  Add the coconut or milk, lemon juice, lemon rind, and cardamon to the bowl.

4.  With a hand held blender, mix all of the ingredients together, until fluffy.

5.  Serve