Pilus (Indonesian Sweet Potato Puffs)

1. 1

   Place the sweet potatoes in a large, heavy-bottomed pot and cover with water. Set the pot over a medium flame and simmer until cooked all the way through, around 8-12 minutes.

2. 2

   Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and mash them or put them through a ricer.

3. 3

   Return the potatoes to the pot and cook over very low heat, stirring constantly, for another 5-6 minutes, until they begin to dry out. Remove the potatoes from heat and allow to cool.

4. 4

   Beat in all the remaining ingredients except for oil until smooth.

5. 5

   Add more flour if the batter is too moist to hold its shape on a spoon.

6. 6

   Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350-360u00b0F.

7. 7

   Drop large spoonfuls of batter into the oil and brown on both sides, turning occasionally.

8. 8

   Remove to a plate lined with paper towels and finish with the remaining batter.

9. 9

   Serve with a sambal or sriracha chile sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.