After arriving in the Hawaii islands, Okinawan sweet potatoes, also known as beni imo, became deeply engrained in island food culture. They're now so prolifically grown and eaten that many locals ...

Summary The traditional Okinawa diet is comprised of very nutritious, mostly plant-based foods — especially sweet potatoes. These foods provide a rich supply of antioxidants and fiber.

Boil sweet potatoes in water for about 45 minutes, or until soft. Okinawan sweet potatoes take longer than regular potatoes to cook, so check that they’re very soft.

Hawaii public schools will celebrate the upcoming holiday season with an Okinawan sweet potato pie as part of November’s Aina Pono: Harvest of the Month program. The pie will be served on a day ...

One of the pillars of the Okinawan diet, Okinawan imo is a supercharged purple sweet potato, a cousin of the common yellow-orange varieties that has been an island staple since the 17th century.

The humble sweet potato is delicious, nutritious and not actually a potato at all. While the sweet potato is a staple in grocery stores year-round, they are at their best in fall and early winter ...