Sweet Potato Candies (Goguma Mattang)
Sweet Potato Candies (Goguma Mattang)
How to Make Delicious Sweet Potato Candies at Home
A delightful recipe for sweet potato candies (Goguma Mattang), featuring a crispy exterior and a soft, sweet interior. Perfect as a snack or dessert for any occasion!
Main Ingredients- 2 medium sweet potatoes
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and peel them. Cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm cubes. This uniform size ensures even cooking and makes them easy to eat. Avoid cutting them too small, as they might break apart during frying.
Step 2
In a deep pan or pot, pour 1 cup of cooking oil and heat it over medium heat. Once the oil is hot enough (you’ll see bubbles forming around a wooden chopstick dipped in it), carefully add the cut sweet potatoes. Fry them until they turn a beautiful golden brown color, with a slightly firm exterior. Keep an eye on the heat to prevent burning.
Step 3
Once fried to a perfect golden hue, remove the sweet potatoes with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil. Let them cool slightly; this step is crucial to prevent them from breaking when coated with the syrup.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the sweet syrup, the heart of this dish! In a clean pan, combine 1/4 cup of cooking oil for the syrup, 2 cups of sugar, 4 cups of corn syrup, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium-low heat. Once the sugar dissolves and the syrup starts to bubble, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently until it thickens slightly and small bubbles form. Be careful not to overcook, as it can burn.
Step 5
Add the slightly cooled fried sweet potatoes to the warm syrup. Gently toss them using a spatula or spoon until each piece is evenly coated with the glossy syrup. It’s best to turn off the heat or keep it very low during this step to maintain the shape of the sweet potatoes. For a final touch, sprinkle some black sesame seeds on top if desired. Your delicious sweet potato candies are ready!
Step 6
Enjoy your homemade sweet potato candies! They are wonderfully crispy and sweet when warm, and become delightfully chewy as they cool. Happy cooking! ^^
