Yams with Ginger and Scallions
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant recipe for Yams with Ginger and Scallions! Sweet, tender yams are pan-sautéed to golden perfection and infused with the warm, zesty flavor of fresh ginger. A drizzle of honey adds a touch of natural sweetness, while sautéed scallions provide a savory, aromatic finish. Cooked with a blend of olive oil and butter for extra richness, these yams are steamed and caramelized in one pan for a perfectly balanced texture—soft on the inside with a subtly crisp, caramelized exterior. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal addition to weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve warm, and watch it steal the spotlight at your table! Perfect keywords: "yams with ginger," "easy holiday side dish," "caramelized yams recipe."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized yams
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger
- 4 stalks scallions (green onions)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Peel the yams and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.
Peel and finely mince the fresh ginger. Thinly slice the scallions, separating the white and green parts.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced ginger and the white parts of the scallions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the butter and let it melt. Then, add the cubed yams, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
Drizzle the honey over the yams and add the water to the pan. Cover with a lid and reduce the heat to medium-low.
Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the yams are fork-tender and the water has mostly evaporated.
Remove the lid and let the yams caramelize slightly for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Turn off the heat, sprinkle the green parts of the scallions over the yams, and toss gently.
Serve warm as a delicious side dish to complement any meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1043 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 2494 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.3 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 4816 mg | 102% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
