Fried Sweet Potato Roll Recipe
Make Fried Sweet Potato Roll Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Dough
Frying
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Boil the Sweet Potatoes
Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into small cubes. Boil them in a pot of water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- 2
Mash the Sweet Potatoes
Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Mash them until smooth.
- 3
Mix the Filling
Add brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Dough Preparation
- 4
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 5
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add the foamy yeast mixture and vegetable oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 6
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 7
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling and Frying
- 8
Roll the Dough
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle about 6 inches in diameter.
- 9
Add the Filling
Place a spoonful of the sweet potato filling in the center of each dough circle.
- 10
Seal the Rolls
Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges to seal tightly.
- 11
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until hot.
- 12
Fry the Rolls
Carefully place the sealed rolls in the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes each side.
- 13
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried rolls from the pan and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
