Cooking oilCan use grapeseed oil, vegetable oil, or soybean oil6 cups
Cooking oil (for syrup)2 tbsp
Sugar1/3 cups
Black sesame seedsA small amount for sprinkling on top~2 tbspest.
Steps
1
Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into stick-sized pieces, about 1 pound in total weight.
2
Heat about 6 cups of cooking oil in a pot to between 340-350°F. Test the temperature with a wooden skewer—if bubbles form, the oil is ready.
3
Prepare the syrup: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a separate pan and add 1/3 cup of sugar. Cook on medium heat for about 3 minutes until the sugar begins to melt. Do not stir—instead, gently swirl the pan so the sugar melts evenly. The sugar should turn a beautiful golden-brown color.
4
Fry the sweet potato sticks in the hot oil for about 4 minutes until the outside turns deep brown and the inside is tender.
5
Remove the fried sweet potatoes and drain them. Turn off the heat briefly and let the oil temperature return to about 340°F.
6
Turn the heat back on to medium-high and fry the sweet potatoes again for about 2 minutes until they become extra crispy.
7
Quickly transfer the fried sweet potatoes into the hot syrup, sprinkle with black sesame seeds, and gently toss to coat evenly.
8
Pour the coated sweet potatoes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. While still warm, separate any pieces that stick together. Let cool slightly before serving.
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