Candied Sweet Potatoes With Lamb And Mint Recipe

Name: Candied Sweet Potatoes With Lamb And Mint Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 450 gm Sweet potatoes, (orange flesh); 50 gm Soft brown sugar; 50 gm Butter; 55 ml Water; 225 gm Sweet potato, diced; 100 gm Red onion, sliced; 1 x Red chilli, sliced in rings; 4 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 x Lime, juice of Salt and pepper; 2 ounce Fresh coriander leaves; 1 x Lime, cut in to wedges; 450 gm Chopped lamb; 100 gm Onion, finely diced; 2 x Cloves garlic, crushed; 1 x Lime finely grated, zest of; 50 gm Mint, minced; 1 tsp Coriander seeds; 1/2 x Lime, juice of Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

450 gm Sweet potatoes, (orange flesh)
50 gm Soft brown sugar
50 gm Butter
55 ml Water
225 gm Sweet potato, diced
100 gm Red onion, sliced
1 x Red chilli, sliced in rings
4 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1/2 x Lime, juice of Salt and pepper
2 ounce Fresh coriander leaves
1 x Lime, cut in to wedges
450 gm Chopped lamb
100 gm Onion, finely diced
2 x Cloves garlic, crushed
1 x Lime finely grated, zest of
50 gm Mint, minced
1 tsp Coriander seeds
1/2 x Lime, juice of Salt and pepper

1
Mix all ingredients to create meatballs and shape in to rounds the size of a walnut.
2
Parboil the sweet potatoes without peeling in salted water, cold a little and peel skin off, cut in to even quarters or possibly wedges and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.
3
Heat 2 Tbsp.
4
of extra virgin olive oil in a pan and brown the meatballs all over, remove and drain on absorbent paper.
5
Remove nearly all fat from the pan, get pan warm and add in sliced onion, turn continually till nicely browned, remove and add in to meatballs.
6
Add in 2 Tbsp.
7
of oil to the pan and heat, add in the diced sweet potato and fry to brown on all sides, return meatballs and onion to the pan, add in the lime juice, chilli and 300ml water and season with salt and pepper.
8
Stir carefully and bring to the boil, simmer half covered for approximately 10-15 min.
9
Heat the butter, soft sugar and 55ml water in a separate pan, add in the sweet potato wedges and cook turning frequently for approximately 15 min till they are coated in a sticky glaze.
10
Check they are cooked through.
11
Arrange the meatball mix in to 4 bowls, after checking the seasoning, place 3-4 wedges of sweet potato round the bowl, and garnish with minced coriander leaves and lime wedges.
12
Serve immediately.

63530

kcal

Calories

3390

Fat

5086

Carbs

3216

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 450 gm Sweet potatoes, (orange flesh), 50 gm Soft brown sugar, 50 gm Butter, 55 ml Water, and more.

Yes, Candied Sweet Potatoes With Lamb And Mint Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!