Batata doce is the Portuguese term for sweet potato, a starchy root vegetable commonly used in both sweet and savory dishes.

How do I cook batata doce?

You can bake, boil, steam, fry, or roast batata doce, depending on your recipe and taste preference.

Do I need to peel batata doce before cooking?

You can peel batata doce, but it is optional. Many recipes use it with the skin on after thorough washing.

How long does it take to boil batata doce?

Batata doce typically takes about 20-30 minutes to boil, depending on the size of the pieces.

Can I freeze cooked batata doce?

Yes, you can freeze cooked batata doce. Let it cool completely, then store in an airtight container or freezer bag.

How should I store raw batata doce?

Store raw batata doce in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Do not refrigerate as this may alter the taste and texture.

How do I know if batata doce has gone bad?

Batata doce that has gone bad may have dark spots, sprouting, or a mushy texture. It may also smell sour or off.

What are some popular recipes using batata doce?

Popular recipes include baked batata doce, mashed batata doce, batata doce fries, and batata doce soup.

Is batata doce the same as a yam?

No, batata doce is sweet potato, which is different from true yams. They differ in texture, sweetness, and appearance.

How do I roast batata doce?

Cut batata doce into slices or cubes, toss with oil and seasoning, and bake at 200°C (400°F) for about 25-35 minutes.

Can batata doce be eaten raw?

Batata doce is usually cooked, as raw sweet potato can be hard to digest and unpalatable.

How do I make batata doce fries?

Cut batata doce into fry shapes, toss with oil and seasonings, and bake or fry until crisp and golden.

How do I store cooked batata doce?

Keep cooked batata doce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Where can I buy batata doce?

You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.

Where can I buy batata doce around me?

You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.

How do I prepare batata doce for use in desserts?

For desserts, peel and cook batata doce by boiling, roasting, or steaming, then mash or puree to add to recipes.

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Top 5 products for Batata Doce

#1

Japanese Mini Sweet Potato 3 lb

Naturally sweet and creamy, these mini sweet potatoes are packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. Perfect for Latin dishes like camote enmielado or sweet potato empanadas. Their rich flavor shines in desserts and sides, making them a healthy, versatile choice.

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yeeun
It looks like there were about 20-22 small ones, and the taste seems to be roughly 3 parts pumpkin sweet potato to 7 parts chestnut sweet potato. Personally, I like chestnut sweet potatoes, so it was delicious!
Jy
Sweet potatoes are sweet, so they taste good no matter how they are cooked.
marshachen
A bag contains 18 pieces; they're small, but delicious.
Young
It's a good size for grilling.
Eross
wowwweee so good
Linda
Small red sweet potatoes are easy to cook, taste great, and I've bought them many times.
sukiyam
Good size for eating one by one as a snack, and well-baked.
Wei
The taste was alright; it had a white center and was slightly dry.
weee.18208730
Love these! So fresh and 2nd time ordering them.
weee.14684863
I was worried because I'd always received small items in poor condition, but this time I received fresh, medium-sized items in good condition.

#2

Garnet Sweet Potatoes 2.7-3.2 lb

Juicy Garnet sweet potatoes offer creamy-orange flesh with a naturally sweet, earthy flavor ideal for roasting, mashing, or baking. Perfect for Latin American dishes like pastel de papa, camote relleno, or solteritas, and pairs well with lime, cilantro, and chili. A healthy, high-fiber choice for balanced meals.

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Carrie
Bake the whole bag at once; you can have it ready for the apocalypse.
krys
large potatoes!
33
I saw two kinds of sweet potatoes on sale, and this one was cheaper, so I bought it. The orange one looked tastier and sweeter.
weee.9551606
good quality sweet potatoes, so fresh
weee.11534959
Horrible…. The bag had rotten potatoes inside 3 rotten potatoes inside. Gross.
weee.11921252
They are so good for cheese baked sweet potato. Yum!
Đức Toàn
Fast delivery
weee.18019959
Sweet potatoes are so nutritious! These are so firm and will be easy to peel and cut into chunks, with a light sauce ;))
chichi
Bought multiple times
Jessicayoo592
Making my dog a birthday cake with sweet potatoes

#3

Sweet Onions

These mild, caramel‑sweet onions enhance sweet potato roasts, mash or fries, adding depth without overpowering. Perfect for Latin dishes like papas a la huancaína, sweet‑potato tacos, or enchiladas, they bring a subtle, sugary aroma that complements hearty, nutritious meals.

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FatCoco
Fresh vegetables, I'll buy them again and again.
martinhadeluz
Excellent quality!
chenyi
I've repurchased it multiple times, and I'll repurchase it again if there's a special offer.
chenyi
Very fresh and sweet, I will buy it again.
weee.18298940
Good price and nice quality
tina li ;))
Onions are the most delicious and healthy food
Suseong
I've ordered this several times. The portions are decent and it's good.
Myung
I always buy this indispensable essential.
Vicky
good onions

#4

Japanese Yams

Japanese Yams offer creamy, sweet flesh ideal for baked or mashed dishes. Great in Puerto Rican mufuás and Dominican batata escabechado, plus savory to sweet Latino recipes. Rich in fiber and complex carbs; heart-healthy option. Ideal for sweet potato cravings, versatile for roasting, mashing, or fries.

$8.49 - $10.49

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xxjiyeonxx
Very sweet!!
weee.9551606
good size of sweet potatoes
Jennypham
I've bought from them multiple times.
serenajihyo
It tastes good if you heat it up in the air fryer.
Lan Tan
The Japanese yams look fresh and I am looking forward to cook them in the air fryer.
y.hamada.720
I roasted a whole sweet potato, and when I cut it open, it turned out to be a purple sweet potato.
weee.14985664
My family makes delicious sweet potato curry; I'll definitely buy some more.
彬
Good price and quality
沙漠中的foodie
It's very sweet, the fibers aren't too coarse, and it turns pale yellow when ripe.
Tzu-Yun
There were four in total, and I've already eaten one. They're about this plump size and delicious.

#5

Organic Sweet Potato 3 lb

Fresh organic sweet potatoes offer rich, earthy sweetness perfect for roasting, mashing, or cutting into fries. Ideal for Latino dishes like camote dulce, enchiladas rellenas de camote, or sweet potato empanadas. Packed with fiber, vitamin A, and antioxidants for a healthy diet.

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weee.8499416
Small can of mixed potatoes, looks delicious.
wenyi1994
Great as always
Xingxing
Very fresh and sweet………………
梅子
It's very fresh and will taste better if you eat it after a week or two.
Aishah
very sweet and fresh!!
mitz1961
There were four sweet potatoes inside, which were larger than I expected.
weee.9687251
Looks good haven’t eaten yet
Rita
The other one is more delicious! It has big roots but not very sweet. If you think the other one is too sweet, this one is safe! $6.99/bag
Weee 8282
It's crunchy and delicious. I think I'll buy it often when I need sweet potatoes.

Frequently asked questions

What is batata doce?
Batata doce is the Portuguese term for sweet potato, a starchy root vegetable commonly used in both sweet and savory dishes.
Do I need to peel batata doce before cooking?
You can peel batata doce, but it is optional. Many recipes use it with the skin on after thorough washing.
Can I freeze cooked batata doce?
Yes, you can freeze cooked batata doce. Let it cool completely, then store in an airtight container or freezer bag.
How do I know if batata doce has gone bad?
Batata doce that has gone bad may have dark spots, sprouting, or a mushy texture. It may also smell sour or off.
Is batata doce the same as a yam?
No, batata doce is sweet potato, which is different from true yams. They differ in texture, sweetness, and appearance.
Can batata doce be eaten raw?
Batata doce is usually cooked, as raw sweet potato can be hard to digest and unpalatable.
How do I store cooked batata doce?
Keep cooked batata doce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Where can I buy batata doce around me?
You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.

How do I cook batata doce?
You can bake, boil, steam, fry, or roast batata doce, depending on your recipe and taste preference.
How long does it take to boil batata doce?
Batata doce typically takes about 20-30 minutes to boil, depending on the size of the pieces.
How should I store raw batata doce?
Store raw batata doce in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Do not refrigerate as this may alter the taste and texture.
What are some popular recipes using batata doce?
Popular recipes include baked batata doce, mashed batata doce, batata doce fries, and batata doce soup.
How do I roast batata doce?
Cut batata doce into slices or cubes, toss with oil and seasoning, and bake at 200°C (400°F) for about 25-35 minutes.
How do I make batata doce fries?
Cut batata doce into fry shapes, toss with oil and seasonings, and bake or fry until crisp and golden.
Where can I buy batata doce?
You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.
How do I prepare batata doce for use in desserts?
For desserts, peel and cook batata doce by boiling, roasting, or steaming, then mash or puree to add to recipes.

yeeun
It looks like there were about 20-22 small ones, and the taste seems to be roughly 3 parts pumpkin sweet potato to 7 parts chestnut sweet potato. Personally, I like chestnut sweet potatoes, so it was delicious!
Jy
Sweet potatoes are sweet, so they taste good no matter how they are cooked.
marshachen
A bag contains 18 pieces; they're small, but delicious.
Young
It's a good size for grilling.
Eross
wowwweee so good
Linda
Small red sweet potatoes are easy to cook, taste great, and I've bought them many times.
sukiyam
Good size for eating one by one as a snack, and well-baked.
Wei
The taste was alright; it had a white center and was slightly dry.
weee.18208730
Love these! So fresh and 2nd time ordering them.
weee.14684863
I was worried because I'd always received small items in poor condition, but this time I received fresh, medium-sized items in good condition.
Carrie
Bake the whole bag at once; you can have it ready for the apocalypse.
krys
large potatoes!
33
I saw two kinds of sweet potatoes on sale, and this one was cheaper, so I bought it. The orange one looked tastier and sweeter.
weee.9551606
good quality sweet potatoes, so fresh
weee.11534959
Horrible…. The bag had rotten potatoes inside 3 rotten potatoes inside. Gross.
weee.11921252
They are so good for cheese baked sweet potato. Yum!
Đức Toàn
Fast delivery
weee.18019959
Sweet potatoes are so nutritious! These are so firm and will be easy to peel and cut into chunks, with a light sauce ;))
chichi
Bought multiple times
Jessicayoo592
Making my dog a birthday cake with sweet potatoes
FatCoco
Fresh vegetables, I'll buy them again and again.
martinhadeluz
Excellent quality!
chenyi
I've repurchased it multiple times, and I'll repurchase it again if there's a special offer.
chenyi
Very fresh and sweet, I will buy it again.
weee.18298940
Good price and nice quality
tina li ;))
Onions are the most delicious and healthy food
Suseong
I've ordered this several times. The portions are decent and it's good.
Myung
I always buy this indispensable essential.
Vicky
good onions
xxjiyeonxx
Very sweet!!
weee.8499416
Small can of mixed potatoes, looks delicious.
wenyi1994
Great as always
Xingxing
Very fresh and sweet………………
梅子
It's very fresh and will taste better if you eat it after a week or two.
Aishah
very sweet and fresh!!
mitz1961
There were four sweet potatoes inside, which were larger than I expected.
weee.9687251
Looks good haven’t eaten yet
Rita
The other one is more delicious! It has big roots but not very sweet. If you think the other one is too sweet, this one is safe! $6.99/bag
Weee 8282
It's crunchy and delicious. I think I'll buy it often when I need sweet potatoes.
weee.9551606
fresh quality purple sweet potatoes
Thuytrang8682
Good , big
masgusto.18168578
Is sweet and fresh product
Joy
Organic purple sweet potato is under weight.
Rvvv
It's delicious, very fresh, and very sweet. I'll definitely buy it again!
Sherry
The sweet potato looks fresh.
kayanotokuzato
steamed purple sweet potato, the perfect snack
mammy5000
Great produce
pauline1296
Really like this brand of purple sweet potatoes, a pack of large and small total six, oven 355F baked 1 hour roasted three, very fragrant very pink glutinous, full of anthocyanins, and not as sweet as sweet potatoes, will definitely repurchase.
diclebelul
Looks good and taste is well
eunhaeane
This is the 4th box I bought. Good QualIty all four. I hope this batch is as sweet as the others.