Chinese
Chinese - Street Food and Snacks
Sugar Coated Sweet Potatoes
Chef's Menu Description
Crispy on the outside with a fluffy potato interior, seasoned with sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fragrant garden rosemary.
Ingredients
- • 500g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- • 120g sugar
- • 60ml water
- • 1 tbsp white sesame seeds, toasted
- • 600ml vegetable oil, for deep-frying
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Deep-fry the sweet potato chunks at 160C for 4-5 minutes until tender, then drain.
2
Phase 2
Dissolve the sugar and water in a dry wok over medium heat, swirling until amber and bubbling.
3
Phase 3
Toss the sweet potatoes in the hot syrup until every piece is glazed.
4
Phase 4
Transfer to a lightly oiled plate and cool for 1 minute.
5
Phase 5
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve, letting diners pull the sugar strands before they harden.