Moist and Sweet Pan-Fried Sweet Potatoes
Sweet Potato Recipe
Sweet potatoes are delicious even when simply deep-fried, but by adding one extra step before pan-frying, you can draw out their natural sweetness even more.
Crispy on the outside and rich, soft, and sweet on the inside.
Enjoy a new texture of sweet potato that’s a little different from the usual.
Ingredients
(Makes an easy batch)
・2 sweet potatoes
・Oil, as needed
・Salt, to taste
・Sugar (optional, if the sweetness of the sweet potatoes is not sufficient)
Method
①Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and place them, still wet, on a baking tray lined with aluminum foil. Bake in a preheated oven at 180–200°C (355–390°F) for about 60 minutes. About halfway through, turn them over once to ensure even cooking.
②Once the sweet potatoes are fully cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool until just warm. Cut into bite-sized, irregular pieces.
③Pour oil into a frying pan to a depth of about 5 mm and heat to approximately 170°C (340°F). Add the sweet potatoes from ② and pan-fry, rolling them gently until the entire surface becomes crisp.
④While still hot, sprinkle with salt, and add a small amount of sugar if desired. Serve immediately.
To Finish
Sweet potatoes are a familiar ingredient, but this pan-fried version offers a fresh texture and is perfect for serving guests.
Because they are pre-cooked, they can be fried with a smaller amount of oil, which is another welcome benefit.
Suitable both as a special dish for celebratory occasions and as a simple plate for everyday meals, this is a reliable recipe you’ll want to return to again and again.
Misaki’s Tip
Before frying, it can also be enjoyed as baked sweet potato.
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CREATOR
Misaki Yamamuro
Based in Okayama | Layered Cooking Researcher
Specializing in layered cooking that brings out the natural flavors of ingredients, as well as simple home-style dishes that gently nourish both body and mind. At Japan Classic, responsible for food presentation and table styling using ceramic ware.
