Guatemalan Sweet Potatoes With Bananas

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1

Guatemalan Sweet Potatoes With Bananas is a hearty and nutritious meal enjoyed in many Guatemalan homes.

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

320

Sugar

19g

Fat

16g

Guatemalan Sweet Potatoes With Bananas is a dish that is enjoyed in many homes throughout Guatemala. It is a comforting meal that is perfect for a cold evening or when you need a healthy yet filling dish. This recipe combines slightly sweet mashed sweet potatoes with fresh bananas to create a unique and tasty flavor. This dish is a great way to introduce more plant-based foods into your diet, as it is made with nutrient-dense sweet potatoes and bananas.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Wash the sweet potatoes and prick them all over with a fork.
3.	Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until they are tender.
4.	Peel and thinly slice the bananas.
5.	In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher.
6.	Add in the butter, milk, beaten egg, salt, and nutmeg.
7.	Mix everything well with an electric mixer until smooth.
8.	Add in the sliced bananas and stir.
9.	Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes.
10.	Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and requires minimal effort.

It is a hearty and nutritious meal that is perfect for a cold evening.

Healthier alternatives can be used for butter and milk.

CONS

It may be difficult to find sweet potatoes and bananas all-year-round.

The dish is relatively high in calories due to the butter and egg used to make it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are rich in antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and B6.
They are also a good source of fiber and can help lower blood sugar levels.
Bananas are high in vitamin C, potassium, and other beneficial nutrients.

	4 sweet potatoes
	2 bananas
	1/2 cup butter
	1/2 cup milk
	1 egg , beaten
	1/3 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon nutmeg