VALERIE ZWEIG

Ginger-Scallion Mashed Potatoes

These ginger scallion mashed sweet potatoes are a tzimmes-inspired twist on the classic holiday side dish, combining bright sweet potatoes with fresh ginger and scallions for a bright, savory finish. This easy mashed potato recipe is perfect for holiday meals OR weeknight dinners, and pairs beautifully with dishes like our Coconut Braised Brisket. If you have any Cookstix broth leftover (or coconut milk), feel free to stir it in for an extra layer of flavor.

Difficulty

Time

30 min

Servings

4-6

Ginger-Scallion Mashed Potatoes
Ginger-Scallion Mashed Potatoes
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Ingredients

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and roughly chopped2 tablespoons coconut oil2 cloves garlic, peeled1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and microplaned2 scallions, chopped⅓ bunch cilantro, choppedSalt and pepper

Preparation

1. Place the chopped potatoes and garlic cloves in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer until cooked through, 25-30 minutes.

2. Remove from heat and carefully drain most of the hot water. Add in the coconut oil and mash until your preferred consistency. Season with salt and pepper and then stir in ginger, scallions and cilantro

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