European
Portugal - Side Dishes
Puré de Batata-Doce de Aljezur
Chef's Menu Description
A velvety mash of Aljezur's famous sweet potatoes, enriched with Portuguese cultured butter, a touch of cream, and freshly grated nutmeg.
Ingredients
- • 700g sweet potatoes (batata-doce de Aljezur), peeled and cut into cubes
- • 40g butter, 50ml warm milk or cream
- • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg, sea salt and white pepper
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Boil sweet potato cubes in salted water for 15-18 minutes until completely tender when pierced with a fork. Drain well.
2
Phase 2
Pass the steaming sweet potatoes through a potato ricer or mash thoroughly with a potato masher in the pot.
3
Phase 3
Beat in butter and warm milk over low heat with a wooden spoon until silky and smooth.
4
Phase 4
Season with a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and white pepper. Serve warm.