Garnet, Jewel, Beauregard: these are the orange fleshed, reddish-brownish-orangish skinned sweet potatoes masquerading as yams. They're even more common than the standard sweet potato, sweeter, and contain a bit more water (you can hear it escape when you bake them). These guys cook surprisingly well in a microwave.
Are sweet yams the same as sweet potatoes?
That sweet, orange-colored root vegetable that you love so dearly is actually a sweetpotato. Yes, all so-called “yams” are in fact sweetpotatoes. Most people think that long, red-skinned sweetpotatoes are yams, but they really are just one of many varieties of sweetpotatoes.
Are garnet yams and red yams the same?
The most common varieties in the U.S. are the Beauregard (the most widely grown cultivar), the jewel, and the garnet (also sometimes known as red yams).
Which is better garnet or jewel sweet potato?
Garnet Sweet Potatoes You can easily identify these potatoes by their reddish-purple skin and orange flesh. They are less sweet than both Beauregards and Jewels but noticeably juicier. This moisture makes Garnets perfect for baked goods and mashing and less well suited for salad or soups.
Is a garnet yam sweet?
When cooked, Garnet yams are starchy and moister than other yam varieties, and its flavor is sweet with a savory earthiness.
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