Chef John'S Candied Yams Recipe

Name: Chef John'S Candied Yams
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Yams:; 3 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 quarts cold water; 3 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces; Glaze:; 1 cup brown sugar; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; Salt to taste; Chopped pistachios, pecans, or walnuts for garnish

Servings: persons

Yams:
3 tablespoons kosher salt
2 quarts cold water
3 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
Glaze:
1 cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper
Salt to taste
Chopped pistachios, pecans, or walnuts for garnish

1
Stir salt into 2 quarts cold water in a large pot. Transfer sweet potato pieces to pot and place over high heat; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are not quite tender but still cooked, 5 to 7 minutes. Use the tip of a knife to test for doneness. Drain.
2
Place brown sugar, butter, lemon juice, maple syrup, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne, and pinch of salt in a skillet. Place over medium-high heat, stirring until glaze ingredients melt and start bubbling. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until mixture begins to thicken up, 4 to 6 minutes.
3
Transfer drained sweet potatoes to skillet. Raise heat to high and cook and stir until potatoes are coated with glaze and very tender, and glaze has thickened, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to serving dish; garnish with chopped nuts.

659

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Chef John'S Candied Yams

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