BAKED YAMS WITH SAFFRON AIOLI

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 garnet yams or other sweet potatoes (about 8 ounces each)
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup grapeseed oil or vegetable oil
2 whole cloves garlic, plus 1/2 small clove, finely grated
Pinch of saffron threads, crushed
Kosher salt
2 large egg yolks, at room temperature
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Chopped fresh parsley, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Prick each yam with a fork in a few spots and arrange on a baking sheet. Bake until soft, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil, grapeseed oil, whole garlic cloves and saffron in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until the garlic is soft, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool completely. Remove the cooked garlic with a slotted spoon and transfer to a cutting board (reserve the infused oil). Using the flat side of a chef's knife, mash the garlic with a pinch of salt until smooth; set aside.
  • Make the aioli: Put the egg yolks, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium heatproof bowl. Bring a few inches of water to a bare simmer in a medium saucepan, then turn off the heat. Set the bowl with the egg yolks over the saucepan (do not let the bowl touch the water); whisk just until the egg mixture thickens slightly, 30 seconds to 1 minute, then remove the bowl from the saucepan. Using a hand mixer or a whisk, gradually beat in the saffron-infused oil in a slow, steady stream until the aioli is thick and creamy. (If it gets too thick, beat in 1 to 2 teaspoons water.) Mix in the mashed cooked garlic, grated fresh garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Remove the yams from the oven and let cool slightly. Split open and fluff the insides with a fork. Thin the aioli with water, if desired, and spoon onto the yams. Sprinkle with parsley.

Cody Ross
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy side dish.


Maha Alishen
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This is a great recipe for anyone who loves yams. The aioli is a nice touch that adds a lot of flavor.


Olugbami Taiwo
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I've tried several recipes for baked yams, but this one is by far the best. The yams are always perfectly cooked and the aioli is to die for.


Derrick Rangira Neza
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These baked yams are the perfect side dish for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a hit.


Peggy S. Crotzer
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the yams and the aioli.


josiah griffin
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I love the combination of sweet yams and savory aioli. This dish is always a crowd-pleaser.


Natalya Lazcano
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This was my first time making baked yams and they turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the yams were delicious.


Shankar Thapa
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out perfectly. The yams are always tender and flavorful, and the aioli is always creamy and delicious.


Phd Sami
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This is one of my favorite recipes for baked yams. The saffron aioli is a great way to add a bit of extra flavor and richness.


Martin Sonia
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I made this dish for my family last night and they loved it! The yams were sweet and savory, and the aioli was the perfect complement.


Shadat Hossin
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These baked yams with saffron aioli were a hit at my dinner party! The yams were perfectly tender and flavorful, and the aioli added a delicious, creamy touch.