Fried Sweet Potatoes with Molasses
Indulge your taste buds with the irresistible blend of crispy sweetness in this Fried Sweet Potatoes with Molasses recipe. Perfectly golden-brown sweet potato slices are fried to tender perfection, then elevated with a warm drizzle of rich molasses and a sprinkle of aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This quick and easy side dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a standout choice for both weeknight dinners and holiday feasts. The combination of sweet, savory, and spiced flavors creates a comforting dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Serve it fresh and warm for a crowd-pleasing addition to any table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup molasses
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into thin rounds, roughly 1/4-inch thick.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
Add the sweet potato slices in a single layer, working in batches if necessary, and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and fork-tender.
Remove the fried sweet potatoes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the molasses until slightly thinned, about 1-2 minutes. Do not let it boil.
Sprinkle the fried sweet potatoes with ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper while still warm.
Drizzle the warmed molasses over the sweet potatoes just before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.9 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1408 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.5 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1183 mg | 25% | |
*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.
