Kumara Kumala Or Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Kumara Kumala (Sweet Potato) Pie, a true taste of Polynesian cuisine! This recipe, inspired by PolynesianKitchen.blogspot.com, features tender sweet potatoes baked to golden perfection and topped with sweet pineapple. A perfect dessert for any occasion, served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 210.2 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kumara Kumala Or Sweet Potato Pie

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How to Make Kumara Kumala Or Sweet Potato Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Boil 2 lbs of kumara until tender. Drain well.
  3. Mash the cooked kumara with 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of unsalted butter. Add 2 large beaten eggs and 1/4 cup of pineapple juice. Mix well.
  4. Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch pie dish. Arrange fresh pineapple rings on top. Sprinkle lightly with 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  5. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the pie is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let cool slightly before serving. This pie is absolutely delicious served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

18g

Carbs

11g