Culinary Insights

Mbatata (Roasted
Sweet Potatoes)

Prep

30-40 minutes

Level

Intermediate

Yield

4 Pers

Type

desserts

Mbatata (Roasted Sweet Potatoes)

The Ingredients

1½ kg sweet potatoes
½ teaspoon Salt (optional)
Charcoal or Oven

The Process

Step-by-Step
Wash sweet potatoes and leave skins on.
Place directly on hot charcoal or on oven rack.
Turn occasionally to cook evenly.
Remove once soft inside and lightly charred outside.
Charcoal fire or oven at 200°C