To cook sweet potatoes perfectly on the stove top follow these tips: 1. Start by chopping the sweet potato into cubes of even size. 2. Use a well-seasoned pan or a cast iron skillet for best results. 3. Do not overcrowd the pan. 4. Add a splash of water to the sweet potato cubes, cover them, and cook till they are nearly cooked. Make sure to keep the heat on medium-high. 5. Uncover, add the desired spices, lower the heat to medium-low and cook for a few more minutes till the flavors mingle and the sweet potato crisps up.