Deep-Fried Sweet Potato Balls

5 Reviews

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 15 min
Ready In: 35 min

“Cooked, mashed sweet potatoes are molded around brown sugar and coconut, rolled in sesame seeds and deep fried in this unique snack.” - by Diana

Directions

In a mixing bowl, knead together potatoes, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, salt and water to form a stiff dough. In a separate bowl, combine coconut and brown sugar. Form potato dough into small balls; make a well in the center and fill with coconut mixture; close up hole and reshape balls. Roll in sesame seeds, then in remaining cornstarch.
Heat oil in deep-fryer or deep, heavy-bottomed pan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Fry balls in oil until golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (5 total)

Calories
623 cal
31%

Fat
49.2 g
76%

Carbs
45.1 g
15%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (5)

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Michelle Horner

Nov. 25, 2005

"As stated by other reviewers - i have to mix a lot of flour in with these to form a dough and then i had a really hard time stuffing them. I ended up mixing the coconut and brown sugar with the dough..." See more and used a minimarshmallow to form the ball around. Turned out really good - I was also thinking pineapple or bananna pieces would make a good center. "

Wilemon

Jan. 6, 2004

"I made these last Thanksgiving. They are very good. I did mix the brown sugar and coconut in with the sweet potatoes to save time and added pecans, didn't roll in cornstarch, also drizzled lightly w..." See moreith heated maple syrup. Thanks for submitting."

Fell4u

Oct. 9, 2005

"These were very good. But like another reviewer said, it was hopeless to get that goop to form into balls without adding flour & even then it was difficult. Next time we will put it in a deep dish &..." See more layer the potato mash & then some of the coconut & suger & then potato again. Top with a bit more of the sugar mix & bake a bit to melt it. The sesame seeds can be overpowering in flavour so will use only a little. They sure tasted good though."

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