Batata Frita (Dominican Sweet Potato Fries)
Learn how to make crispy and tasty batata fries with this easy recipe using Japanese sweet potato to create a delicious Dominican snack.
Ingredients
- 1 batata Japanese sweet potato
- Water
- Frying oil
- Salt
Instructions
- Peel the batata and cut it into thin round slices.
- In a large bowl, add enough water to fully cover the batata slices and a sprinkle of salt. Stir until salt dissolves then ad the batata slices and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Remove the batata slices from the water and pat them dry.
- Over low to medium heat, add just enough oil in a frying pan to cover the bottom of the pan.
- Add the batata slices to the pan and fry for 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Make sure to flip every minutes or so to ensure all sides get cooked evenly.
- Remove the batata slices from the oil and place them on a paper towel lined plate and season them with salt to taste. Buen provecho!
Notes
Oven method
Bake the fries with a sprinkle of salt and a drizzle of oil at 425°F for 10-15 minutes, flipping them half way through, until they're golden brown.
Airfry method
Toss the batata slices with a little oil and salt and air fry them at 375°F for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until they're is golden brown and crispy.
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