Papua New Guinean Sweet Potato Pudding

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tsp cinnamon, ground
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg, ground
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 egg, beaten

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. 2.In a large pot, boil the sweet potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash with a potato masher or fork.
3. 3.Add the coconut milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, melted butter, and beaten egg to the sweet potatoes. Mix well.
4. 4.Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and crispy on top.
5. 5.Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a vegan version, substitute the butter with coconut oil and use a flax egg instead of a regular egg.
• chevron_rightIf you don't have brown sugar, you can use white sugar or honey instead.