Sweet and Spicy Sesame Sweet Potatoes

 Looking for a simple snack with a sweet, spicy, and slightly savory taste?

RHATBlog
Sweet and Spicy Sesame Sweet Potatoes (Ubi Manis Pedas)

Looking for a simple snack with a sweet, spicy, and slightly savory taste? These Sweet and Spicy Sesame Sweet Potatoes are a lovely treat to enjoy at home. Crispy on the outside and coated in a sticky sauce, they’re finished with a sprinkle of white sesame seeds for extra flavor.

This Indonesian-style snack uses sweet potatoes, garlic, sugar, and chili sauce. It’s simple to make and perfect for an afternoon snack or something to share with family.

Sweet and Spicy Sesame Sweet Potatoes (Ubi Manis Pedas) Recipe

Ingredients
  • 1 kg sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into finger-length sticks

  • 10 tbsp ABC chili sauce (Sambal ABC)

  • 8 tbsp granulated sugar

  • 50 ml water

  • 250 ml cooking oil, for frying

  • 1 tbsp white sesame seeds

For the garlic seasoning:
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely ground

  • ½ tsp salt

How to Make It
  1. Soak the sweet potato sticks in water briefly, then drain.

  2. Heat the oil and fry the sweet potatoes over medium heat until cooked and slightly dry. Remove and drain.

  3. In a pan, heat the water with the sugar, ground garlic, and salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

  4. Add the chili sauce and fried sweet potatoes. Toss gently until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the sweet potatoes.

  5. Sprinkle with white sesame seeds, mix well, and serve.

 
RHATBlogger
Sweet and Spicy Sesame Sweet Potatoes Recipe Card

A Little Tip:

Choose clean, firm sweet potatoes so they cook evenly and become tender without turning mushy. Let the sauce reduce until it clings to the sweet potatoes, but don’t let it become too dry.

Enjoy this sweet and spicy snack while it’s fresh!

Happy cooking, and see you in the next recipe!

Comments