Pork with Stuffed Yams Recipe

Name: Pork with Stuffed Yams
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, or yams; 4 each pork loin or rib chops; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 cup orange juice; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 1/2 cup apples chopped; 2 tablespoons onions finely chopped; 2 tablespoons celery finely chopped

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 350F (180C).
2
Prick yams with fork to allow steam to escape.
3
Bake 55 to 60 minutes or until tender.
4
Trim fat from pork chops.
5
About 30 minutes before yams are done, place pork in ungreased rectangular pan, 13 X 9 X 2 inches.
6
Mix salt, paprika, garlic powder and pepper; sprinkle half of the salt mixture over pork.
7
Turn pork; sprinkle with remaining salt mixture.
8
Pour 1/2 cup orange juice into pan.
9
Cover and bake 30 minutes.
10
Cut yam lengthwise in half.
11
Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4 inch shell.
12
Mash pulp; beat in 2 tablespoons orange juice until light and fluffy.
13
Stir in apple, onion and celery.
14
Fill shells with pulp mixture.
15
Push pork to one end of pan; place yams in other end.
16
Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until pork is tender and yams are hot.

315

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium sweet potatoes, or yams, 4 each pork loin or rib chops, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon paprika, and more.

Yes, Pork with Stuffed Yams 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!

Pork with Stuffed Yams

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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