Boil sweet potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes, until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Note it will take less time if you cut the sweet potatoes into smaller pieces. 19 нояб. 2017 г.
How do you soften hard sweet potatoes?
Simply microwave the potato, depending on the size, for 1-2 minutes. Just enough to take some of the hardness out of the sweet potato... it makes cutting them much, much easier.
Why won't My sweet potatoes get soft?
It's too cold in there, which changes the potato's cell structure and makes them hard in the center (even after you cook them). The best way to store sweet potatoes is to find a cool, dark area and they'll cook up soft and sweet, every time.
How long should I boil sweet potatoes to soften them for cutting?
Smaller ones will be done faster, larger potatoes may take a bit longer. Boil sweet potatoes that are cut into 1-inch cubes for 12-15 minutes. Boil those cut into 2-inch cubes for 20-25 minutes.
How do you know when sweet potatoes are tender?
Place them in cold, salted water and bring to a boil. Sweet potatoes are done when they are fork-tender. Drain, mash if desired and season with butter, salt, and pepper.
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