Sweet Po-tater Tots Recipe
Make Sweet Po-tater Tots Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For Serving
Method
Preparation of Sweet Potatoes
- 1
Bake the Sweet Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork several times. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until they are tender. Allow them to cool slightly before peeling.
- 2
Mash the Sweet Potatoes
Once cooled, peel the sweet potatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl. Mash them with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Mixing Ingredients
- 3
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 4
Combine Sweet Potatoes and Dry Ingredients
Add the dry ingredient mixture to the mashed sweet potatoes. Stir until fully combined and the mixture is smooth and sticky.
Forming the Tots
- 5
Shape the Tots
Using your hands, take small portions of the sweet potato mixture and form them into small cylindrical shapes resembling tater tots. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Frying the Tots
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can use a thermometer to check the temperature.
- 7
Fry the Tots
Carefully add the shaped sweet potato tots into the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.