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    Home » Instant Pot Recipes

    Published: Feb 21, 2021 · Modified: Nov 11, 2021 by Emilee Mason · Leave a Comment

    Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes | Whole30, Paleo

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    These Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes are dairy free, paleo, and Whole30 compatible. They are the perfect side dish to any weeknight dinner or holiday and have the best sweet and savory flavor! This Sweet Potato recipe will quickly become a family favorite dish.

    A top view of mashed sweet potatoes in a white bowl topped with herbs and melted ghee

    Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Ingredients

    • Sweet Potatoes - any kind will do by Japanese Sweet Potatoes are my absolute fav!
    • Garlic
    • Water
    • Canned Coconut Milk
    • Ghee
    • Salt & Pepper

    Instant pot mashed sweet potatoes in a white bowl topped with herbs and melted ghee

    How to make this recipe

    1. Peel and quarter the sweet potatoes and place in the instant pot on top of the metal trivet.
    2. Add garlic cloves and water.
    3. Seal the lid of the instant pot and set to pressure cook for 8 minutes.
    4. Follow up immediately by a manual quick release of the pressure.
    5. Drain the remaining water from the potatoes.
    6. Using a potato masher, food processor, or hand held blender mash or blend the potatoes with the coconut milk and ghee.
    7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    8. Enjoy!

    How to make stove top sweet potatoes?

    Peel and cube the sweet potatoes and place in a large pot.
    Cover potatoes with water until completely submerged.
    Heat over medium high heat and bring to a boil, then reduce heat slightly.
    Allow potatoes to cook until tender enough to be easily pierced with a fork.
    Drain all water from the pot.
    Using a potato masher, food processor, or hand held blender mash or blend the potatoes with the coconut milk and ghee.
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    Enjoy!

    A top view of mashed sweet potatoes in a white bowl topped with herbs and melted gheeCan this recipe be made ahead of time?

    Whether sweet potatoes or regular potatoes, mashed potatoes are a great dish to make ahead of time!

    Simply place in an airtight container in the fridge and when ready to reheat, place in an oven safe dish and heat at 350F until heated thoroughly.

    Once fully heated, add 1-2 tablespoons of butter or ghee and milk (dairy free or not!) to make them as creamy and delicious as freshly made!

    What to serve with mashed sweet potatoes?

    These sweet potatoes go great with any type of protein and grilled veggies! It also makes a great side dish for any holiday including Thanksgiving!

    A top view of mashed sweet potatoes in a white bowl topped with herbs and melted ghee

    Healthy Instant Pot Recipes

    If you’re looking for more healthy instant pot recipes, give these ones a try!

    Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup (DF, GF)

    Instant Pot Cauliflower Chicken Chowder (Whole30, Paleo)

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    A top view of mashed sweet potatoes in a white bowl topped with herbs and melted ghee

    Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes | Whole30, Paleo

    Emilee Mason
    These Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes are dairy free, paleo, and Whole30 compatible. They are the perfect side dish to any weeknight dinner or holiday and have the best sweet and savory flavor! This Sweet Potato recipe will quickly become a family favorite dish.
    5 from 32 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 202 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2.5 Lb Sweet Potatoes peeled and quartered
    • 3 Garlic Cloves whole
    • 1 Cup Water
    • ⅔ Cup Canned Coconut Milk
    • 2 Tbsp Ghee
    • Salt & Pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Peel and quarter the sweet potatoes and place in the instant pot on top of the metal trivet.
    • Add garlic cloves and water.
    • Seal the lid of the instant pot and set to pressure cook for 8 minutes.
    • Follow up immediately by a manual quick release of the pressure.
    • Drain the remaining water from the potatoes.
    • Using a potato masher, food processor, or hand held blender mash or blend the potatoes with the coconut milk and ghee.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Any sweet potatoes will do, but Japanese sweet potatoes are my favorite!
    See above for stove top directions.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 83mgPotassium: 535mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 20110IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg
    Did you try this recipe?Leave a comment below and let me know on instagram @theprimitivedish!
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    About Emilee Mason

    Emilee Mason is a Whole30 certified coach, food photographer, and recipe developer. As a health foodie, grill enthusiast, and mom of two young boys she has a passion for creating healthy, delicious, and family friendly recipes that are simple and fun to make!

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