How to Steam Sweet Potatoes Perfectly: Using Parchment Paper!
How to Steam Sweet Potatoes Perfectly: Using Parchment Paper!
Steaming Sweet Potatoes Deliciously with Parchment Paper
Here’s how to steam large, honey-sweet sweet potatoes grown in the countryside, making them incredibly moist and delicious using parchment paper. This method ensures the natural sweetness and texture are maximized. Perfect for kids’ snacks or a healthy diet meal!
Ingredients- 3 large honey sweet potatoes
- 1 sheet of parchment paper (30 cm wide)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your large honey sweet potatoes, each about twice the size of an adult’s fist. Wash them thoroughly if they have any soil on them. If the sweet potatoes are too large to fit comfortably in your steamer, you can cut them into 2-3 pieces. This also helps them cook more evenly and reduces cooking time.
Step 2
Get your parchment paper ready. Cut a piece approximately 30 cm long, which should be roughly the size of your steamer basket.
Step 3
Fold the cut parchment paper about 3-4 times. Then, carefully snip the folded edges with scissors. This is a clever trick to allow steam to circulate and penetrate the sweet potatoes effectively. It also helps to prevent water from the pot lid from dripping directly onto the sweet potatoes, keeping them from becoming soggy.
Step 4
Now, line your steamer basket with the cut parchment paper instead of using a damp cloth. The parchment paper will prevent the sweet potatoes from sticking to the bottom of the steamer and becoming mushy. Don’t forget to add water to the steamer! Make sure there’s enough water to steam the potatoes properly.
Step 5
Arrange the prepared sweet potato pieces on top of the parchment paper. Cover the steamer with a lid. Start by steaming over high heat for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium-low and continue steaming for another 5 minutes. This gradual heating ensures the sweet potatoes cook through evenly and become wonderfully tender.
Step 6
After steaming for a total of 15 minutes, test for doneness by piercing a sweet potato with a chopstick or fork. If it slides in easily, they are ready. If they still feel a bit firm or you prefer them extra soft, cover the pot again and steam for an additional 2 minutes. Once you turn off the heat, resist the urge to open the lid immediately. Let the sweet potatoes steam in their own residual heat for about 10 minutes. This ‘resting’ period allows the natural sugars to deepen and the moisture to distribute, resulting in an even more delicious and tender sweet potato.
Step 7
Voila! You now have perfectly steamed sweet potatoes that are wonderfully moist and bursting with natural sweetness. Enjoy them as they are, or let them cool slightly to serve as a delightful snack for children or as a healthy addition to your diet plan. Everyone will love them!
