Description
Honey Garlic Sausage Sweet Potatoes is a quick and flavorful skillet meal featuring smoky sausage paired with tender, caramelized sweet potatoes glazed in a sweet honey garlic sauce. This dish offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 14 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into thick coins
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Sauce and Garnish
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: In the same skillet, add remaining oil if necessary. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and lightly golden. Covering the skillet during cooking helps speed up the softening process.
- Sauté Garlic and Prepare Sauce: Reduce the heat slightly. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the honey and soy sauce, stir well, and let the mixture simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine and Caramelize: Return the browned sausage to the skillet, tossing everything to coat in the honey garlic glaze. Let it cook together for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to allow the sauce to caramelize and meld the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve the dish hot for a delicious, well-balanced meal.
Notes
- Choose smoked sausage for a pronounced savory flavor that complements the sweetness of the honey and sweet potatoes.
- Covering the skillet while cooking sweet potatoes helps them soften faster and cook evenly.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic.
- This dish can be served as a main course or a hearty side.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
