Japanese Soy Glazed Sweet Potato

Elevate your side dish game with Japanese Soy Glazed Sweet Potato—a savory-sweet masterpiece that celebrates the rich, earthy flavor of tender Japanese sweet potatoes. Coated in a lustrous glaze made from soy sauce, mirin, and a hint of sesame oil, this dish achieves the perfect balance of sweet and umami in every bite. Lightly browned in a skillet, the sweet potatoes develop a caramelized exterior while staying irresistibly creamy inside. A touch of rice vinegar brightens the flavors, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions adds texture and a fresh finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and flavorful recipe makes an impressive side or vegetarian main that's sure to add a gourmet twist to any meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holidays, or when you're craving a taste of Japan!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Japanese sweet potatoes (or regular sweet potatoes)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Neutral cooking oil (like vegetable oil)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Green onions (optional, chopped for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes or bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, and cornstarch. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat the neutral cooking oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sweet potatoes to the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and pour the soy sauce mixture over the sweet potatoes.

Step 6

Stir well to evenly coat the sweet potatoes in the glaze.

Step 7

Cook for 2-3 more minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and become glossy.

Step 8

Remove from heat and transfer the glazed sweet potatoes to a serving plate.

Step 9

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired, for garnish.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	440 grams (440.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	656

Total Fat 30.50g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.30g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1877mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 86.70g	32%
Dietary Fiber 8.70g	31%
Total Sugars 39.70g
Protein 9.00g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 109mg	8%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 1092mg	23%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.8%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 52.8%