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Vegan Sweet Potato, Miso & Tahini Mash

Megan Jones
Sweet potato just got sweeter and decadently creamy with this clever addition of umami miso and tahini. It's easy to make and the perfect side dish to complete your meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 465 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 kg sweet potatoes
  • 100 millilitres hot vegetable stock
  • 70 grams tahini
  • 2 tablespoons butter vegan
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon miso paste miso
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic roasted

Instructions
 

  • Place the rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a non-stick mat.
  • Halve the 1 kg sweet potatoes lengthways, coat with 2 tbsp olive oil and ½ tsp salt and 1 tsp fresh black pepper, then transfer cut side down to the prepared baking sheet. At this step also add the whole garlic cloves to cook alongside the sweet potatoes. Cook sweet potatoes in the oven until very tender, about 30–35 minutes.
    1 kg sweet potatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  • In a bowl, combine 100 ml hot vegetable stock, 70 g tahini, and 1 tbsp white or red miso paste. Mix until smooth and creamy.
    100 millilitres hot vegetable stock, 1 tablespoon miso paste, 70 grams tahini
  • Scoop the warm flesh from the sweet potatoes into a large bowl. Squeeze the roasted garlic from their skins and add to the sweet potatoes.
    4 cloves garlic
  • Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or, for a smoother purée, pass them through a potato ricer. Stir in 2 tbsp unsalted vegan butter, most of the creamy tahini mixture (reserve a little to drizzle over the top before serving), and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Sprinkle with black and white sesame seeds (optional)
    2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Using the sweet potato skins to reduce waste.

  • Drizzle the sweet potato skins with a little olive oil (2-3 Teaspoons) and a twist of salt and pepper.
    ½ teaspoon salt
  • Then spread out evenly in a single layer on a tray and bake/ roast gently in the oven for 12 - 15 minutes until crispy.

Notes

Choose the Right Sweet Potatoes: For creamier results, go for orange or red-skinned varieties, which are typically sweeter.
Mix the Tahini & Miso until smooth: To avoid any lumps of miso paste, mix both the tahini and miso well before adding to the broth then mixing into the potatoes after mashing.
Customise the Texture: For extra creaminess, you could mash the potatoes a bit more or using a potato ricer o an immersion blender, if you prefer a purée texture.
Make ahead: Mashed sweet potatoes can be made 2 days ahead and chilled in an airtight container. Reheat in a 350°F oven or a microwave.
 
Storage:
Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Warm in a low oven, or microwave for convenience. Add a splash of vegetable stock if it needs a moisture boost.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 465kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 8gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 738mgPotassium: 959mgFiber: 9gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 35714IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 145mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Comfort Food, Dairy-Free Recipes, Easy Vegan Sides, Fall Recipes, Miso Recipes, Plant-Based Recipes, Sweet Potato Recipes, Tahini Recipes, Thanksgiving Side Dishes, Vegan Side Dishes, Vegetable Side Dishes
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