Ultimate Cajun Candied Yams Recipe
Cajun Candied Yams are a culinary masterpiece that combines the natural sweetness of yams with a robust Cajun spice blend
Equipment
- Baking dish,
- Medium saucepan,
- Aluminum foil
- cutting board,
- Knife
- Notes
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized yams
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for extra heat
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and slice the yams into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Place them in a large baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, honey, Cajun seasoning, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, vanilla extract, orange juice, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is fully melted and well combined.
- Pour the mixture over the sliced yams, making sure they are evenly coated.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the sauce is bubbly.
- If using chopped pecans, sprinkle them over the yams and bake for another 5 minutes until they're toasted.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a healthier version, you can reduce the amount of sugar and butter. Feel free to customize the spice level to your liking.