Serves 6
25 min
Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Recipe GLPR9ba7afa443b0b7
Creamy and velvety mashed sweet potatoes made effortlessly in an Instant Pot. Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes are pressure-cooked with garlic and coconut milk, then finished with a bright lime juice and fresh cilantro. This naturally dairy-free side dish is compliant with vegan, paleo, and Whole30 diets, making it perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients
2 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup full-fat coconut milk
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
Directions
Add the cubed sweet potatoes, minced garlic, kosher salt, and coconut milk to the metal insert of your Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker.
Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook at high pressure for 10 minutes.
Once cooking is complete, immediately release the pressure by turning the valve to the venting position.
Stir in the cayenne pepper and fresh lime juice.
Using an immersion blender or potato masher, blend or mash the mixture until it reaches your desired smoothness. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
Fold in the fresh cilantro and transfer to a serving dish. Serve immediately while warm.
