Sweet Potato Balls

Method3 steps · about 45 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Boil the sweet potatoes (500 g) in water for about 15 minutes, until fully tender. Drain, peel and mash.

   Boil sweet potatoes until tender · 15 minUses 500 g sweet potatoes · Water to cover and boil the sweet potatoes

2. 2

   Step 2: Combine the mashed sweet potatoes with the flour (3/4 cup) and granulated sugar (4 tbsp). Add 1–2 tbsp water as needed and mix until the dough comes together without sticking to your hands.

   Uses Cooked mashed sweet potatoes · 3/4 cup all-purpose flour · 1–2 tbsp water for dough · 4 tbsp sugar

3. 3

   Step 3: Roll the dough into small, evenly sized balls and coat them with white sesame seeds (3 tbsp). Heat 5–7 cm (2–3 inches) of oil in a deep pan and fry in batches until golden. Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar.

   Uses Sweet-potato dough · 3 tbsp white sesame seeds · Oil for deep frying · Powdered sugar for dusting