My Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp is a restaurant quality appetizer that you can make at home! It’s so easy to make and healthier than the traditional deep fried version, thanks to the air fryer. It’s the perfect New Year’s Eve, holiday or Game Day appetizer and can be made gluten free too! Whether you’re looking […]
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]]>My Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp is a restaurant quality appetizer that you can make at home! It’s so easy to make and healthier than the traditional deep fried version, thanks to the air fryer. It’s the perfect New Year’s Eve, holiday or Game Day appetizer and can be made gluten free too!
Whether you’re looking for an appetizer to serve at your next party or just a quick weeknight meal, this recipe is for you! Coconut shrimp is one of those dishes that’s always sure to be a hit. Anytime I put a platter of them out at a party, they’re always the first thing to disappear! They’re tender and juicy on the inside with an irresistibly crispy, golden brown, coconut crust. Plus, you can pick them up by their tails so they’re not messy at all. Coconut shrimp are the perfect finger food! And both kids and adults love them. Having a hard time getting your kids to eat seafood? Make this dish for them!
The coconut shrimp you get in restaurants are typically deep fried. That’s how they achieve that crispy exterior. While they’re delicious, they’re not exactly the healthiest. My Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp are a lot healthier because I use an air fryer. An air fryer is basically a mini convection oven that sits on your countertop. It has a fan that helps circulate heat around your food more efficiently, making it nice and crispy, similar to deep fried food. Because of the way air fryers work, you can simply spray a small amount of olive oil on the shrimp before cooking. This cuts back significantly on calories and fat. You can even skip this step altogether and use no oil at all but I prefer to use a small amount to help achieve a golden brown color.
That’s it! In 8 minutes, you’ll have beautiful, crispy, golden brown shrimp ready to be devoured!
Did you ever notice that restaurant coconut shrimp look different than the shrimp you make at home? It’s because they butterfly the shrimp before they cook them. Butterflying is a technique that flattens the shrimp out. As a result, they cook faster and you get a larger surface area to add more of the coconut breading. Yum! Plus, the shrimp look cute when you butterfly them because they can stand up on a plate and it makes them easier to pick up. If you don’t butterfly the shrimp, that’s fine- they’ll still taste great. Just cook them a minute or two longer.
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]]>My Slow Cooker Apple Crisp is a delicious dessert that will feed a crowd and is so easy to make- no need to even turn on the oven. Sweet apples are cooked until tender in a slow cooker with cinnamon and sugar and topped with a crumbly oat topping. It’s the perfect dish for entertaining! […]
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]]>My Slow Cooker Apple Crisp is a delicious dessert that will feed a crowd and is so easy to make- no need to even turn on the oven. Sweet apples are cooked until tender in a slow cooker with cinnamon and sugar and topped with a crumbly oat topping. It’s the perfect dish for entertaining!
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My Slow Cooker Apple Crisp is a delicious, rustic dish that feeds a crowd and is perfect for entertaining. Plus, it’s so easy to make. Just put your ingredients into the slow cooker, set it and forget it! In a few hours, your kitchen will be filled with the enticing aroma of cinnamon and apples, and your friends and family will think you’re a rock star.
I am super excited to share this Slow Cooker Apple Crisp recipe with you because it is SO good. The minute we finished taking photographs of the dish for this post, my kids devoured it (with a little help from my husband Pete and myself, of course). I mean, who can resist warm cinnamon apples topped with a crumbly oat topping?
It’s also the perfect recipe for the holidays. Once you get this dish going in the slow cooker, you can forget about it and focus on cooking the rest of your meal. Then, when you’re done with dinner, voila! You have a delicious, hot dessert ready to be devoured.
Although the holidays are a time that many of us look forward to, it can also be a stressful time for people suffering from C. diff. infection. They may have to drastically change their diet to help manage their symptoms, which can be difficult because holiday events are so focused around food.
What is C. diff? It’s a highly contagious infection caused by the bacteria Clostridioides difficile. The most common symptoms of C. diff infection include diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain or cramps. The symptoms can last for days if not treated right away. In some severe cases, a C. diff infection can be fatal.
Infection occurs when the C. diff bacteria takes hold inside your intestinal tract and wreaks havoc in your gut. This can happen when there’s an imbalance in your gut microbiome. The gut microbiome is a collection of trillions of microorganisms, both good and bad, that reside in your stomach and intestines. A balanced microbiome is crucial for maintaining good health. An imbalance in the microbiome may give harmful bacteria like C. diff the chance to take hold and grow in the gut, causing infection.
My Slow Cooker Apple Crisp is made with gut-friendly ingredients so you can enjoy it even if you’re suffering from a C. diff infection. The stars of the dish are apples and oats. Apples are a nutritious ingredient that are packed with vitamins and minerals. Apples have both soluble and insoluble fiber. Insoluble fiber is what you want to avoid during a C. diff flare because it can worsen diarrhea. However, most of the insoluble fiber in apples is concentrated in the peel, so you just want to make sure to peel them before you put them in the dish. The flesh of the apple contains pectin, a type of soluble fiber, and is easy to digest.
Oats are another gut-friendly, nutritious ingredient. They’re rich in soluble fiber, like apples, and have many health benefits. Both apples and oats are prebiotic foods, which promote healthy gut bacteria. Be sure to always speak to your doctor about what foods you can eat during and after a C. diff infection.
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]]>My Sheet Pan Miso Chicken is a quick and easy one-pan dinner that’s delicious and nutritious. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are coated in a flavorful miso sauce and roasted to crispy, golden perfection with colorful vegetables. It’s a complete meal that comes together on one sheet pan — easy to make, easy to clean up! […]
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]]>My Sheet Pan Miso Chicken is a quick and easy one-pan dinner that’s delicious and nutritious. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are coated in a flavorful miso sauce and roasted to crispy, golden perfection with colorful vegetables. It’s a complete meal that comes together on one sheet pan — easy to make, easy to clean up!
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I’m a big believer in one-pan meals. We all lead busy lives and around the holidays, things can be especially hectic. As a mom, I know that sometimes it’s a struggle to get meals on the table fast. The next time you need a quick and nutritious meal to turn to, think of sheet pan meals like this Sheet Pan Miso Chicken. All you need is chicken, some veggies and a sheet pan and you’re all set! It’s easy enough to make as a weeknight meal and elegant enough to serve at the holidays.
I love sheet pan meals because they’re so easy. Simply put all your ingredients on a sheet pan, pop it in the oven, and dinner is set! No messy pots and pans. Easy to make, easy to clean up!
Sheet pan meals are also endlessly customizable. You can use whatever ingredients you have in your fridge. Just be sure to use proteins and vegetables with similar cooking times so that everything is done at the same time. If you’re looking for some ideas, try my Sheet Pan Salmon with Sweet Chili Sauce.
Many of us look forward to the holiday season as a time to relax, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy good food. But for those suffering from C. diff infection, the holidays can also be a difficult time as they struggle to find foods they can enjoy.
C. diff is a highly contagious infection caused by bacteria that take hold deep inside your gut. The most common symptoms include nausea, abdominal cramping, bloating, and diarrhea. People experiencing C. diff may lose their appetite or fear that food will trigger their symptoms. However, good nutrition is crucial for recovery.
Good nutrition is also important to support gut health. C. diff infection occurs when bad bacteria outgrow the good bacteria in the gut. Having a healthy balance of good vs. bad bacteria is crucial not just for your digestive health but also for your immunity and your overall health.
Be sure to talk to your doctor about what you can eat during and after a C. diff infection. My Sheet Pan Miso Chicken is a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for the holidays and is filled with gut-friendly ingredients. It’s also an easy alternative to making a whole roast chicken or turkey for the holidays. This year, many of us may not be having large holiday gatherings and the great thing about this recipe is that you can cook just as many chicken thighs as you need.
First, I marinate the chicken thighs in a flavorful mixture of Asian pantry staples like miso, sesame oil, mirin, and rice vinegar. The longer you marinate the chicken the better. But if you’re pressed for time, at least let it marinate while you prep your veggies.
My secret ingredient to infuse my chicken with flavor is miso paste. Miso paste is a Japanese fermented soybean paste that adds a burst of flavor to recipes. You can find it at Asian markets or specialty grocery stores. It comes in several different varieties including white, yellow, and red. In general, the darker the color, the more intense the flavor. It gives the chicken in this dish a rich, savory flavor. Combined with the sweetness of the mirin and agave and the acidity from the rice vinegar, it’s a perfect combination of flavors and a definite upgrade to plain baked chicken.
Miso paste is also an excellent gut-friendly ingredient because it’s rich in probiotics. Probiotics are the healthy bacteria that may help keep your gut microbiome in balance. Other examples of probiotic-rich fermented foods/drinks are sauerkraut, kefir, and kombucha.
While the chicken marinades, I peel and dice my veggies. To pair with the chicken thighs, I use a colorful combination of fall vegetables- butternut squash, rainbow carrots and parsnips. You could also use other root vegetables like beets, celery root or potatoes. These vegetables are all good choices if you’re suffering from a C. diff infection as they’re mild, low in insoluble fiber, and easy to digest. Cooking them until soft will make them even easier to digest. Toss the veggies with a little olive oil, salt and pepper and get them on a sheet pan. Then, simply nestle the chicken in the vegetables and pop it in the oven.
As the chicken cooks, the skin crisps up and the juices baste the vegetables, infusing them with their rich flavor. It’s so good! At the end, I turn the broiler on for a couple of minutes to get the skin nice and crispy. Be careful and keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn.
You can take the sheet pan straight to the dinner table and serve it right from there. It’s pretty much a full meal but if you like, you can also make some rice, quinoa or egg noodles on the side.
To learn more about C. diff, go to the Ferring Microbiome website.
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]]>My Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is a delicious, colorful salad featuring fall ingredients tossed with a sweet maple Dijon vinaigrette. It’s the perfect addition to your holiday table! My Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is a tasty salad that features fresh greens tossed with sweet butternut squash, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans. It’s all […]
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My Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is a tasty salad that features fresh greens tossed with sweet butternut squash, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans. It’s all coated with a sweet maple dijon vinaigrette and topped with creamy goat cheese. Yum! It has a delicious blend of colors, flavors and textures and is the kind of dish that will make anyone a salad lover! It’s also a welcome change in the midst of holiday season, which is typically a time of overindulgence.
This salad also makes a nice addition to your holiday menu. Although salad may not be the first thing you think of when planning a holiday dinner, it’s always a good idea to include some lighter fare to balance out the heavier dishes.
The star of this dish is butternut squash, one of my favorite fall ingredients. It’s so versatile! I use it in so many dishes including soup, flatbread, pasta, and chili. It’s also a nutritional superstar and is packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber. Want to learn more? Read this post on the nutritional benefits of butternut squash.
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]]>Miso Roasted Rainbow Carrots is a colorful, delicious dish that’s perfect for the holidays. It’s packed with nutritious ingredients and is so easy to make. I like to serve these carrots with a tangy Greek yogurt sauce and chopped cilantro for the perfect finishing touch! Sponsored by and developed in part with support from Ferring […]
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]]>Miso Roasted Rainbow Carrots is a colorful, delicious dish that’s perfect for the holidays. It’s packed with nutritious ingredients and is so easy to make. I like to serve these carrots with a tangy Greek yogurt sauce and chopped cilantro for the perfect finishing touch!
Sponsored by and developed in part with support from Ferring Pharmaceuticals.
Are you looking for some recipe ideas for your Thanksgiving table? This year I’m hosting Thanksgiving dinner at my house, so I’ve been planning the menu for weeks. I always like to make sure that I have a wide variety of dishes to suit everyone’s tastes. And although the turkey usually gets most of the attention at Thanksgiving, I’ve always been more interested in the side dishes. The sides are where you can express your creativity!
My Miso Roasted Rainbow Carrots are the perfect side dish for your holiday table. They’re elegant, colorful, delicious, and easy to make. Plus, they’re packed with nutritious, gut-friendly ingredients.
Many of us look forward to the holiday season as a time to relax, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy good food. But for those suffering from C. diff infection, the holidays can also be a difficult time as they struggle to find foods they can enjoy.
C. diff is a highly contagious infection caused by bacteria that take hold deep inside your gut. Symptoms include nausea, abdominal cramping, bloating, and diarrhea. People experiencing C. diff often lose their appetite or fear that food will trigger their symptoms. However good nutrition is crucial for recovery. For example, it’s important to stay hydrated and replace critical electrolytes that might be lost during infection like potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
Good nutrition also helps support gut health. C. diff infection occurs when bad bacteria outgrow the good bacteria in the gut. Having a healthy balance of good vs. bad bacteria is crucial not just for your digestive health, but also for your immunity and your overall health. Be sure to talk to your doctor about what you can eat during and after a C. diff infection.
The good news is that there are many delicious foods that you can still enjoy during the holiday season. My Miso Roasted Rainbow Carrots are a great example.
Some high-fiber fruits and vegetables may exacerbate symptoms like abdominal pain and diarrhea during C. diff infection. Carrots, on the other hand, are mild, low in fiber, and easy to digest. Cooking them until soft makes them even easier to digest.
To make this dish, first I coat the carrots in a sauce made with miso paste and then I roast them in the oven. Miso is a fermented soybean paste that’s rich in probiotics. Probiotics are the healthy bacteria that help support your gut microbiome. Miso paste has a nice, rich taste that adds a burst of flavor to recipes. Other examples of probiotic-rich fermented foods/drinks are sauerkraut, kefir, and kombucha.
To serve on the side with the carrots, I make a simple Greek yogurt sauce. Greek yogurt is another excellent source of gut-friendly probiotics. The sauce has a nice tangy flavor that compliments the sweetness of the carrots. For the perfect finishing touch and a pop of color, I garnish the dish with chopped cilantro.
Simple, elegant, delicious, and packed with nutritious, gut-friendly ingredients. It’s the perfect holiday dish. Happy Thanksgiving!
To learn more about C. diff, go to the Ferring Microbiome website.
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]]>These delicious Turkey and Cranberry Panini are nice and toasty on the outside and warm and melty on the inside. They’re utterly irresistible and are the perfect vehicle to use up your leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Like so many people, I really love Thanksgiving leftovers! Maybe it has something to do with the fact […]
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]]>Like so many people, I really love Thanksgiving leftovers! Maybe it has something to do with the fact that all of the work is done and I can finally just sit back, relax and enjoy the food. When I’m hosting Thanksgiving, I usually have a ton of leftovers. I love repurposing those leftovers into other tasty dishes over the next few days. These Turkey and Cranberry Panini are one of my favorite post-holiday dishes. They’re the perfect vehicle to use up some of those yummy Thanksgiving leftovers. And if you don’t have leftover turkey, no worries! You can make this tasty sandwich with deli turkey or rotisserie chicken too.
Panini are toasted Italian sandwiches. They’re like the Italian version of grilled cheese but with the addition of other delicious ingredients besides just bread and cheese. “Panini” is plural, while “panino” refers to a single sandwich. Panini are typically made by layering meat, vegetables, and cheese between two pieces of Italian bread. The sandwiches are then toasted on a panini press, which has two heated plates. This gives them their characteristic grill marks. Panini are nice and toasty on the outside and warm and melty on the inside. They’re utterly irresistible!
My Turkey and Cranberry Panini are so easy to make and are perfect for using up your Thanksgiving leftovers. They have a mixture of savory and sweet flavors from the turkey and cranberry sauce. I like to use Muenster cheese in these panini because it has a mild flavor and melts well. But you can substitute any good melting cheese. Fontina, Brie or Provolone would all work well here. I also spread some honey mustard on the bread, which adds a bright pop of flavor. A handful of baby spinach adds color and a boost of nutrients to the panini. As the sandwich heats up, the cheese melts and the ingredients all meld together. It’s ooey, gooey deliciousness!
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]]>This post was sponsored by and developed in part with support from Ferring Pharmaceuticals. The holidays are a festive time for most people, filled with family, fun, and plenty of food. But for people with C. diff infection, the holidays can also be a stressful time. C. diff is an infection caused by the bacteria […]
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This post was sponsored by and developed in part with support from Ferring Pharmaceuticals.
The holidays are a festive time for most people, filled with family, fun, and plenty of food. But for people with C. diff infection, the holidays can also be a stressful time. C. diff is an infection caused by the bacteria Clostridioides difficile. Symptoms of C. diff infection include diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain or cramps. Many people experiencing C. diff lose their appetite or fear that food will trigger their symptoms. This can make the holidays a challenging time as so many gatherings are focused on food.
As an ER doctor, I see patients with C. diff infections quite often. So I’m happy to be teaming up with Ferring Pharmaceuticals to help bring awareness about this infection during C. diff Awareness Month.
Certain populations are especially vulnerable to this infection, including those who recently took antibiotics, those who were recently hospitalized or in a long-term facility, those who are immunocompromised, and the elderly. C. diff is a very contagious infection, and it can have serious health consequences. People can also get a relapse of the infection weeks later. This is called recurrent C. diff.
Infection occurs when the C. diff bacteria takes hold inside your intestinal tract and wreaks havoc in your gut. This happens when there’s an imbalance in your gut microbiome. The gut microbiome is a collection of trillions of microorganisms that reside in your intestines. Not only are these microorganisms important for maintaining gut health, they’re also important for your immunity, your mood, and your overall health. There are good and bad bacteria, and having a healthy population of good bacteria helps keep the bad ones at bay. When your microbiome is out of balance, it can adversely affect your immune system and make you more susceptible to infections and diseases, such as C. diff.
If you or someone you know is suffering from C. diff infection, you can still enjoy the holiday season! Many traditional holiday dishes are loaded with heavy ingredients that can worsen C. diff symptoms, like diarrhea. But the good news is that there are plenty of healthy substitutions you can make that will still allow you to participate in your holiday traditions. Here are some ideas for your holiday menu with gut-friendly Thanksgiving ingredient suggestions and substitutions. Of course, you should always consult your doctor about what foods you can and cannot eat during and after C. diff infection.
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]]>My Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole is a lightened up version of a classic Thanksgiving side dish. You won’t miss the marshmallow topping in this dish! Creamy, fluffy sweet potatoes are baked to perfection and topped with a crumbly oatmeal pecan streusel. This dish can easily be made vegan and gluten free too! Sweet potato casserole […]
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]]>My Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole is a lightened up version of a classic Thanksgiving side dish. You won’t miss the marshmallow topping in this dish! Creamy, fluffy sweet potatoes are baked to perfection and topped with a crumbly oatmeal pecan streusel. This dish can easily be made vegan and gluten free too!
Sweet potato casserole is one of those classic Thanksgiving side dishes. It’s always a staple at my holiday table. It’s the one dish that my husband Pete makes every year. He usually follows a certain Food Network chef’s recipe but it’s not exactly the healthiest recipe around. With a full cup of sugar in the filling and another cup of sugar in the topping along with ¾ stick of butter, it’s a calorie bomb!
This year I’m taking over sweet potato duty with my lightened up casserole. My Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole has less calories, fat, and sugar but still tastes decadent and is sure to be a crowd favorite. Say goodbye to the sticky, sweet marshmallow topping we all grew up eating. My version has a delicious, crumbly oatmeal pecan streusel topping that lets the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes shine through. Once you try it, you’ll never go back!
You can cook the sweet potatoes for this casserole a number of ways. I prefer to bake them in the oven or cook them in the air fryer because they develop a richer flavor. However, you can also cook them in the microwave or steam them in a steamer basket on the stove.
Yes, you can easily make this dish vegan! Just use coconut oil instead of butter in the topping. In the filling, use a nondairy milk like almond milk or oat milk. Instead of an egg, use a flax egg. To make a flax egg, mix 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons water. Let it sit for 5 minutes then use it in the recipe as a substitute for 1 egg.
Yes, you can easily make this dish gluten free! Just use certified gluten-free oats and gluten-free flour (such as almond flour or a gluten-free flour blend) in the topping.
Yes, you can make this dish ahead of time. You can cook the sweet potatoes ahead of time and refrigerate them until you’re ready to make the rest of the casserole. You can also prepare the whole casserole ahead of time. Refrigerate the filling and the topping separately. Then, when you’re ready to eat the dish, spread the filling on top of the filling and bake it.
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]]>If you’re looking for vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve assembled a collection of my best meatless dishes for your holiday table. Can you believe that Thanksgiving is just around the corner? I’m hosting Thanksgiving at my house this year and I always start planning my menu in advance. I like […]
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]]>If you’re looking for vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve assembled a collection of my best meatless dishes for your holiday table.
Can you believe that Thanksgiving is just around the corner? I’m hosting Thanksgiving at my house this year and I always start planning my menu in advance. I like to plan a diverse menu with a wide variety of dishes. I always keep some traditional favorites on the menu but I also like to mix things up and add some new dishes every year. It’s also important to have some make-ahead dishes on the menu that can be prepped in advance. That way I’m not trying to cook everything at the last minute on the big day.
This year I have some vegetarian friends and family coming over so I have to make sure that I’ve got plenty of meat-free options. The good news is that besides the turkey, almost everything else on my menu is meatless. If you set out a good variety of appetizers, side dishes, and desserts, no one will even miss the turkey! I’ve assembled a collection of my very best vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes for your holiday table below. I hope you try some of them out. Happy Thanksgiving!
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]]>Once you try them, you’ll be hooked on these delicious Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes! Sweet potatoes are cooked until they’re crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. They’re the perfect nutritious side dish or snack. What are Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes? You may think the concept of frying sweet potatoes is a bit […]
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Once you try them, you’ll be hooked on these delicious Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes! Sweet potatoes are cooked until they’re crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. They’re the perfect nutritious side dish or snack.
You may think the concept of frying sweet potatoes is a bit odd. Well, I’ll let you in on a little secret. Air fried sweet potatoes are pretty much the same thing as baked sweet potatoes except that they’re made in an air fryer instead of an oven. An air fryer is basically a small convection oven that sits on your countertop. So although air fryers have a catchy name with the word “fryer” in them, there’s no actual frying involved at all! Unlike frying, which is a cooking method that uses oil, with air frying, you use minimal or no oil. Rather, the air fryer has a fan that circulates hot air around the food. This transfers more heat to the surface of the food so that it crisps up nicely.
One benefit of baking sweet potatoes in the air fryer instead of the oven is that you can cook them much faster. Ovens take a long time to heat up while air fryers, on the other hand, heat up quickly. And because the air fryer is small, the food also cooks faster. Cooking the potatoes in the air fryer also gets them extra crispy on the outside while still retaining moisture on the inside. The result is a nice crackly skin with a soft, creamy interior.
Sweet potatoes are true superfoods and are packed with several vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants! These include vitamin A, vitamin C, B vitamins, potassium and manganese. Sweet potatoes are also a rich source of fiber, which is important for digestive health and helps keep you feeling full for a long time.
The sweet potatoes are done when the skins are browned and crispy and the inside is soft. To test them, pierce the flesh with a fork or skewer and it should slide in easily.
Yes, definitely! The skins get nice and crispy in the air fryer so they’re very tasty. Plus you’ll get an extra boost of nutrients.
You can eat your sweet potatoes plain or top them with butter and a sprinkling of spices like salt, cinnamon, or even chili powder. If you have a sweet tooth, drizzle them with a little maple syrup or honey. You can also top them with savory ingredients like queso, chili, pulled chicken or pork or lentils.
You can store the cooked potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for a few days. That way, if you’re using them in a dish like sweet potato casserole, you can do this step ahead of time. You can also freeze the sweet potatoes for up to 3 months.
I love to keep my sweet potatoes simple and top them with a little bit of salted butter and a dusting of cinnamon. You can also add a drizzle of maple syrup or honey. However, the baked sweet potatoes are so naturally sweet, I find that they don’t need any additional sweetness.
These potatoes are the perfect side dish for dinner to accompany meat, poultry or seafood. They would even be a great addition to your Thanksgiving menu. You can also use these baked sweet potatoes to make a variety of other dishes like mashed sweet potatoes, shepherd’s pie or sweet potato casserole.
If you want to make these sweet potatoes into a hearty main dish, you can top them with various toppings. You’ll love my delicious Barbecue Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes or Curried Coconut Lentil Stuffed Sweet Potato Bowls. Or you can top the potatoes with my Butternut Squash and Turkey Chili.
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