What is batata?

What is batata?

What is batata? Batata is a very popular root vegetable in the Dominican Republic, and is how sweet potatoes are locally-known. It is one of the most popular ingredients in our cuisine and throughout the Caribbean.

What is batata (sweet potato)?

Batata (sweet potato) is one of our most ancient foods; it has been a food staple in this island since Precolumbian times. This is a very versatile and popular root vegetable. New to Batata? Start here: What is batata? Batata is a very popular root vegetable in the Dominican Republic, and is how sweet potatoes are locally-known.

How do you peel batata?

Peeling batata is very easy, just peel with a potato peeler or paring knife as you would potatoes. Batata can be boiled in salted water for a quick, easy side dish. We have a recipe to teach you how to fry batata, it’s a delectable side dish, snack, or appetizer.

What is the nutritional value of a batata?

Small batatas tend to be sweeter, in my experience. Batatas are rich in simple and complex carbohydrates, fiber, and beta-carotene. It also contains small amounts of vitamin B5, vitamin B6, and manganese, and once cooked, a vitamin C content equivalent to 25% of the daily recommended value.