What’s the Safest and Best Way to Cut Sweet Potatoes and Other Hard Vegetables?

Anjali Prasertong
Anjali Prasertong
Anjali Prasertong is a writer and public health dietitian focused on food systems, racial equity, and nutrition. Originally from Los Angeles, she has taught English in rural Japan, worked as a private chef in Malibu, and led an innovative city-funded corner store program in New Orleans that increased fresh food access in low-income neighborhoods. She was previously a contributing editor for The Kitchn, and currently lives in Denver with her husband and two kids.
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Q: Recently, I’ve gotten over my fear of sweet potatoes and learned that I really do enjoy them. However, my big problem is cutting them into the 1/2-inch cubes that so many recipes call for. Do you have any suggestions on the best way to do this?

I’m always afraid my blade is going to go wayward and I’ll be stuck with a run to the hospital instead of delicious sweet potato hash.

Sent by Ana

Editor: Ana, my best tip is to make sure your knife is sharp. A properly sharpened knife will easily cut into the sweet potato rather than slip off the side. Here are a few more tips for safely cutting hard vegetables:

• How To Keep All Your Fingers Intact During Root Vegetable Season

Readers, do you have any advice for safely cutting sweet potatoes?

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