While similar to orange sweet potatoes and sweet potato flesh, purple potatoes are a slightly different flavor and a completely different look. Before you get overwhelmed, try any one of these sweet and savory purple sweet potato recipes.
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Purple Sweet Potato Recipes
So, there’s a bit of confusion on the sweet potato front – not just the purple ones. If anyone thinks yams and sweet potatoes are the same – or sometimes incorrectly labeled, then you know it isn’t a straightforward conversation.
In the world of purple sweet potato recipes, ube recipes are often conflated with them, assuming the two are interchangeable if not actually the same thing. This article by Tasting Table does a great job explaining the similarities and differences between purple sweet potatoes and ube.
It’s also important to note that purple potatoes are different than purple sweet potatoes. I know, time to make yourself a drink and hope for the best. Or, really, rather not. It’s just good to know that all these things aren’t the same!
If a sweet or dessert-like recipe for a sweet potato sounds off-putting, think again! One of my favorite quick breads is this sweet potato bread and these coconut sweet potato muffins are rather addictive!
Savory Purple Sweet Potato Recipes
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Purple Potatoes
Purple potatoes are sliced and seasoned with butter, garlic, and parmesan then roasted to crisp perfection for a tasty, nutritious side dish.
This Purple Bone Broth Soup with Turmeric is a nutritious dish featuring purple potatoes and butternut squash simmered in bone broth. It’s a simple, creamy soup that packs antioxidants.
These air fryer purple sweet potato fries are simple and quick to make and taste delicious! These fries are bursting with nutrients including antioxidants and are a great option for a healthy side dish, snack or appetizer!
This purple sweet potato pie recipe is vegan, gluten free, and dairy free, so it’s a good one for those with dietary restrictions and preferences.
Sweet Potato Congee
This sweet potato congee is an easy version of a cozy and nourishing Taiwanese staple. A sweet rice porridge recipe using purple sweet potato – enjoy this simple dish in just 25 minutes.
This Purple Sweet Potato Tapioca Pudding is naturally colored with purple sweet potato, flavored with coconut milk & filled with chewy tapioca pearls. Not only pretty but very tasty! Great make ahead dessert to serve on dinner parties!
Depending on the season, be sure to check out these lists or seasonal produce with corresponding recipes. Eating seasonally is more delicious, more nutritious, and more sustainable!
Learn the difference between purple sweet potato and ube. These sweet and savory purple sweet potato recipes will have you loving this colorful and nutrient-packed veggie.
OMG, all of these purple potatoes recipes sound good… can’t wait for my next trip to the grocery store …. hope they’re as good as you’ve made them look!! thanks for the recipes! KD
OMG, all of these purple potatoes recipes sound good… can’t wait for my next trip to the grocery store …. hope they’re as good as you’ve made them look!! thanks for the recipes! KD