Batata Salteada (Sauté)

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash offers a similar sweetness while being lower in calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder provides flavor without the need for fresh garlic.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper adds heat and flavor at a lower cost.

Peel and cube the sweet potato (batata dulce).

Mince the garlic (ajo).

In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Add the cubed sweet potato to the pan.

Sprinkle with oregano, rosemary, and salt.

Sauté until the sweet potato is tender and slightly caramelized.

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