Honey-Flavored Sweet Potato Yokan

1. 1

   You can find powdered kanten at the supermarket.

2. 2

   Slice the sweet potato to 1 cm rounds and soak in water for about 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove any scum.

4. 4

   Add the sweet potato to boiling water and boil for 25 minutes on high heat to soften.

5. 5

   Use a masher to mash.

6. 6

   Add sugar (1 tablespoon) and honey (2 tablespoons) and mix well.

7. 7

   Pour water (1.5 cups) in a pot and bring to a boil.

8. 8

   Then add the kanten (4 g) and simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Dissolve and mix well.

10. 10

    Combine Steps 4 and 5 in a blender while 5 is still hot.

11. 11

    Then pour into a container.

12. 12

    Let sit in the refrigerator for half a day, cut into pieces of your desired shape, and it's complete.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.