1. A tropical root vegetable (Ipomoea batatas) with starchy, sweet flesh; also called sweet potato.
Usage: Primarily used in Caribbean and Latin American cuisine; Plural form; singular is 'boniato'

Examples

• The market vendor sold fresh boniatos at a good price.
• Boniatos are a staple ingredient in Cuban cuisine.
• She roasted the boniatos with cinnamon and brown sugar.
• The recipe calls for three large boniatos, peeled and cubed.
• Boniatos are rich in vitamins and fiber.