Potatoes are a classic side dish for chicken, steak, pork chops, and other main courses, but they can get a little boring.If you're tired of potato sides, you may want to try some yams.They can be cooked on the stove in the same way white potatoes are.Whether you prefer boiled, mashed, or skillet-roasted yams, you can whip up a tasty side quickly and easily on your stove top.
Step 1: Put the yams in a container and peel them.
You need 1 pound of yams for the recipe.Run them under water and scrub them with a produce brush.Use a vegetable peeler to remove the skin from the yams.A pound is equivalent to 2 medium yams.You can use a paring knife to remove the skin if you don't have a vegetable peeler.
Step 2: Cut the yams into cubes.
If you want to trim away the ends of the yams, use a sharp knife.Aim for bite-size cubes that are about 12 to 1-in in size.If you cut the yams large or small, make sure they are the same size so they cook at the exact same rate.
Step 3: Bring the water and salt to a boil
The medium pot should be filled with water.Put a pinch of salt on the stove.It will take about 5 to 7 minutes for the water to come to a boil.A 2 quart pot is large enough for the yams.
Step 4: Put theyams in the pot.
Drop the yam cubes into the pot when the water is boiling.The pot should be covered by the lid.
Step 5: The yams need to be cooked until they are tender.
Allow the yams to cook until they are tender on the outside, but a bit resistant in the center, if you pierce them with a fork or knife.It should take 10 to 15 minutes.If you want soft yams, cook them for 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 6: Put the yams in a strainer.
Remove the pot from the heat when the yams are tender.You can drain the water from the yams by putting a strainer in the sink.
Step 7: The yams should be mixed with butter, salt, and pepper.
Add butter and salt and pepper to the yams in the large bowl to make them taste better.The yams are fully coated with butter and seasonings if you toss the mixture well.You can add whatever you want to the yams.Cinnamon is a common option, but you may prefer some spices with heat to contrast with the yams.It can be good to have cayenne, paprika, and chili powder.
Step 8: The yams are still warm.
When the yams are coated with butter and seasonings, transfer them to a dish or platter.You can pair them with roast chicken, steak, pork chops, or mild fish.
Step 9: Take the yams and slice them.
You need 4 medium yams for the recipe.To remove the skin, use a vegetable peeler.Next, use a sharp knife to cut the yams.The skin can be removed with a knife.It is easy to cut yourself, so take your time.It is possible to make the chunks uniform in size.This will make sure they cook evenly.
Step 10: Put the yams in a pot with some water.
Put the chopped yams in a pot with water.Put 3 g of salt into the pot.
Step 11: The mixture must be brought to a boil.
Put the pot on the stove to cook the yams.It will take about 5 to 7 minutes for the mixture to come to a boil.
Step 12: Lower the heat and cook the yams.
The heat should be reduced to medium when the water reaches a boil.Let the yams cook until they are tender enough to be easily pierced with a fork or knife, which will take about 20 minutes.
Step 13: Allow the milk and butter to cool.
Add milk and butter to a small saucepan while the yams are boiling.Allow the butter to melt in the mixture for about 3 minutes.
Step 14: Put the yams in the pot.
Remove the pot from the heat when the yams are fork tender.To drain the water from the sink, put a colander in it.Put the yams back in the pot when the excess water is gone.
Step 15: The yams should be mashed with the milk mixture and remaining salt.
The butter and milk mixture should be added to the yams.The mashed yams should be fully incorporated with the milk and butter.If you want the yams to be lump-free, you can use an electric hand mixer.
Step 16: You can eat the yams with the scallions.
Transfer the yams to a serving bowl when they are nice and smooth.While the yams are still warm, sprinkle 3 scallions over them.Adding scallions is optional.If you prefer, you can leave them out.
Step 17: Cut the yams.
You need 1 large yam for the recipe.Use a vegetable peeler to remove the skin from the yams, then dice them into cubes with a knife.
Step 18: The coconut oil should be hot in the skillet.
Add coconut oil to the skillet.It will take about 2 to 3 minutes for the oil to melt completely when the skillet is placed on the stove.You can use olive oil instead of coconut.
Step 19: Stir well and add the yam.
Add the chopped yams to the skillet after the coconut oil is melted.To make sure they are well coated with coconut oil, mix them well.
Step 20: Add the salt, parsley, and cinnamon.
Add sea salt, dried parsley, and ground cinnamon to the skillet when the yams are coated with the oil.All of the seasonings need to be fully incorporated.The cinnamon and parsley can be replaced with other seasonings.If you want a spicy kick, try smoked paprika, cayenne, or chipotle pepper seasoning.
Step 21: The yams should be cooked until they are crisp.
Once the yams are seasoned, cook them until they get nice and crisp on the outside, which should take about 15 to 20 minutes.If you stir the yams occasionally, they won't burn or stick to the bottom of the pan.
Step 22: Put the yams in a dish and serve them.
Remove the yams from the stove when they are crisp.Pair them with your favorite main course, such as roast chicken, pot roast, or pork chops.
Step 23: It was finished.