Fried Sweet Potatoes or Yams
Transform your favorite root vegetable into a golden, crispy delight with this easy Fried Sweet Potatoes or Yams recipe. Perfectly sliced and soaked for ultimate crispiness, these tender yet crunchy bites are fried to perfection in a skillet and seasoned simply with salt—or enhanced with a touch of cinnamon and brown sugar for a sweet-savory twist. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish doubles as a crowd-pleasing snack or a comforting side for your next meal. Whether you prefer the earthy richness of sweet potatoes or the buttery sweetness of yams, this recipe delivers irresistible results every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes or yams
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes or yams and slice them into evenly sized rounds or sticks, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Uniform slicing ensures even cooking.
Place the sliced sweet potatoes in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 10 minutes. This step helps remove some starch and makes them crispier.
Drain the sweet potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat. The oil should be about 1/4 inch deep in the pan. Test by dropping a small piece of potato into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
Carefully place the sweet potato slices into the hot oil in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow even frying.
Fry the sweet potatoes for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Flip them carefully using tongs or a spatula.
Once cooked, transfer the sweet potatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Sprinkle the fried sweet potatoes with salt immediately while they are still hot. If desired, add a pinch of ground cinnamon and a sprinkle of brown sugar for a sweet twist.
Serve the fried sweet potatoes warm as a side dish or snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.3 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 535 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 308 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
