Golden Sweet Potato Pancakes
Crispy on the outside, soft and naturally sweet on the inside. These simple pancakes come together with just a few ingredients and make a delightful snack or light dessert. The steam-cooked sweet potato gets mashed with a touch of sugar, bound with glutinous rice flour, then pan-fried until beautifully golden.
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A humble snack that warms the soul. The natural sweetness of the sweet potato pairs wonderfully with the subtle chewiness of glutinous rice flour. These little pancakes disappear fast, so make extra!
Ingredients
sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
300g
granulated sugar
2-3 tbsp
glutinous rice flour
100g
vegetable oil
for frying
sesame seeds
optional, for garnish
Instructions
1
Steam the sweet potato
Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a steamer basket. Steam over boiling water for about 15 minutes until fork-tender.
2
Make the batter
Transfer the hot sweet potato to a bowl. Add the sugar and mash until smooth. Sprinkle in the glutinous rice flour and mix until a soft, pliable dough forms.
3
Shape the pancakes
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each into a ball, then flatten into a small disc about 1cm thick.
4
Pan-fry until golden
Heat a thin layer of oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the pancakes in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Flip carefully to avoid breaking.
5
Serve warm
Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy immediately while crispy!
