Stir-Fried Sweet Potato Stems: A Delicious and Crispy Recipe
The best side dish for a home-cooked meal! Introducing a golden recipe for stir-fried sweet potato stems with a crispy texture and savory flavor. Detailed steps and tips are included for easy cooking. #Doorimoon #SweetPotatoStems #StirFry #SeasonalDish #EasyRecipe #HealthyDish #HomeCooking
Learn the best recipe for stir-frying savory and delicious sweet potato stems, known for their delightful chewy texture. Discover secrets that even beginner cooks can achieve!
Basic Ingredients
- 260g prepared sweet potato stems
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 Tbsp raw sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp fish sauce (for umami)
- 1 red chili pepper (for color and mild spice)
- 50ml water
- 2 small green onions
- 2 Tbsp perilla seed powder (generous amount, key to savoriness)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s look at the prepared sweet potato stems, weighing 260g. They are already prepped, making them convenient to cook. For tender sweet potato stems, you only need to peel off a little of the tough skin to enjoy them softly.
Step 2
There are two ways to blanch sweet potato stems. You can briefly blanch them in boiling water, or as shown here, pour hot water over them and let them sit for about 5 minutes. Either method works to soften the stems, so please use whichever method is convenient for you.
Step 3
After blanching, rinse the sweet potato stems thoroughly under cold running water at least 3 times. This process removes any raw flavor and helps maintain their crispiness. After rinsing, be sure to squeeze out any excess water.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare for stir-frying. Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped green onions and stir-fry until fragrant. The aroma from the green onions will enhance the flavor of the sweet potato stems.
Step 5
Stir-frying sweet potato stems with oil helps increase the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, making them even healthier to enjoy, in addition to improving their taste!
Step 6
Once the green onions are fragrant, add the prepared sweet potato stems and stir-fry over medium heat, being careful not to burn them. Stir-frying them as if coating them with oil will help the flavors meld well.
Step 7
When the sweet potato stems are sufficiently stir-fried, pour in 50ml of water and immediately cover with a lid. Continue to cook over medium heat for about 4 minutes, as if steaming them. This step will make the sweet potato stems even more tender.
Step 8
After 4 minutes, remove the lid and add 1 tablespoon of raw sugar. Raw sugar adds a deeper flavor than regular sugar, making the dish more delicious. If you prefer less sweetness, you can skip this step.
Step 9
Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 3 tablespoons of fish sauce for added umami. (Alternatively, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce can be sufficient.) Add the thinly sliced red chili pepper for color and a hint of spice. Finally, add 2 generous tablespoons of perilla seed powder, the star ingredient for savoriness.
Step 10
After adding the perilla seed powder, mix everything well and taste. If it’s too bland, add a little more fish sauce to adjust the seasoning to your preference. (Doorimoon added 2 extra tablespoons of fish sauce to get the seasoning right.)
Step 11
Once all the seasonings are well combined and the sweet potato stems are tender, turn off the heat.
Step 12
Lastly, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and mix gently to combine. The nutty aroma of the sesame oil will elevate the dish.
Step 13
After adding the sesame oil, it’s recommended to cover the pan again and let it sit for about 30 minutes. This resting period allows the flavors to deepen and the sweet potato stems to become even more tender, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Step 14
After 30 minutes, your delicious stir-fried sweet potato stems, with their perfect balance of crispiness and savoriness, are ready! The visual alone is mouthwatering.
Step 15
Enjoy the homemade stir-fried sweet potato stems! We hope you have a wonderful day filled with delicious food. Thank you.
