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Luscious Korean Sweet Potato Tang with Chestnut Glaze

Name: Luscious Korean Sweet Potato Tang with Chestnut Glaze
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Side Dish
Ingredients: 2 large Korean sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup roasted chestnuts, shelled; 1 cup whole milk; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted; Fresh parsley leaves

This comforting Korean-inspired tang blends the delightful flavor of sweet potatoes with a luxurious chestnut glaze, making it a perfect heartwarming dish for any meal time.

4.9(671 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 21, 2025

Luscious Korean Sweet Potato Tang with Chestnut Glaze — Side Dish served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Sweet Potato Tang

For the Chestnut Glaze

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 403 kcal
Protein: 6 g
Carbs: 69.5 g
Fat: 15 g
Fiber: 7.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1612 kcal
Protein: 24 g
Carbs: 278 g
Fat: 60 g
Fiber: 30 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 large Korean sweet potatoes peeled and cubed	440	6	100	0	10
1 tablespoon sesame oil	120	0	0	14	0
1 teaspoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup roasted chestnuts shelled	240	4	52	2	8
1 cup whole milk	150	8	12	8	0
2 tablespoons sugar	100	0	25	0	0
1 tablespoon unsalted butter	100	0	0	11	0
1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted	52	2	1	5	2
Fresh parsley leaves	10	0	1	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Prepping the Sweet Potatoes

1
Wash and Peel
Wash and peel the sweet potatoes.
2
Cube Potatoes
Cut them into uniform cubes for even cooking.
3
Season Potatoes
Toss the cubed potatoes with sesame oil and salt until well coated.

Preparing the Chestnut Glaze

1
Combine Chestnuts and Milk
Place the roasted chestnuts in a small saucepan with milk.
2
Add Sweeteners
Add sugar and butter to the mixture.
3
Heat and Stir
Slowly heat on low, stirring until the chestnuts soften further.
Tip: Do not let the milk boil to prevent curdling. Use a blender for a smoother glaze after the chestnuts soften.

How to Make Luscious Korean Sweet Potato Tang with Chestnut Glaze

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Roasting the Sweet Potatoes
Arrange on a baking sheet and roast at 375°F (190°C) for 45 minutes until tender.
2
Blending the Glaze
Blend the chestnut mixture until silky smooth, adjusting consistency with additional milk if necessary.
3
Combining Everything
Pour the chestnut glaze over warm roasted sweet potatoes before serving.