Create something fresh and delicious with this Boniato (Batata) Root. Boniato are a type of sweet potato commonly known as the Cuban Sweet Potato. They are tropic in origin and look like a sweet potato. Boniato are in the potato family and have a flavor similar to a sweet potato but are slightly less sweet and moist. These are available year-round and can be made into a delicious side dish (mash, bake, boil, fry, or cream). Make your next culinary masterpiece with Boniato (Batata) Root.