Moms Easy Sweet Fried Yams Recipes

FRIED SWEET POTATOES OR YAMS

Steps:

• Cut potatoes in round "wheels" about 1/2 inch thick and immediately immerse in water to not discolor.
• Drain and pat dry with paper towel. Fry on low heat until golden brown and stick tender in the middle.
• Place on paper towels and salt immediately.
• Serve and enjoy!

MOM'S EASY SWEET FRIED YAMS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat about 1/2 inch of oil until hot, but not too hot.
• Add the yams and let them brown on the edges and a surface.
• Gently turn the yams over to brown the other side.
• You may have to do this in batches, depending on the size of your pan.
• Drain on paper towels.

A VERY SIMPLE SWEET POTATO (OR YAM)

Steps:

• Wash potato thoroughly; cut off any dark marks on the skin and cut about a quarter inch into it completely around it lengthwise.
• Microwave for approximately 10 minutes on high or until fork tender.
• Remove to a microwaveable dish, slice it in half through the cut made earlier, score the inside meat.
• Drizzle the honey over the inside, spread 1 teaspoon on each side and spread 1 teaspoon of butter on each side. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Place back in microwave and cook for 30 seconds.
• Enjoy.

SWEET AND SPICY YAMS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, bring 1" of water to a boil.
• Add yams.
• Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until they are tender.
• Drain.
• In a small bowl, mix orange peel, orange juice, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon and allspice.
• Pour over yams in skillet.
• Cook and stir until bubbly.
• Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, spooning sauce over potatoes occasionally to make a glaze.