Candied Yam

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Wash and peel the yam, then cut it into chunks and set aside.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Place the yam in a bowl, add starch and a little water, and mix well.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Heat the oil to 6 % of its maximum temperature, then reduce the heat to medium-low and fry the yam chunks.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Fry the yam pieces until fully cooked and slightly yellow on the outside, then remove them from the oil.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Prepare a plate before caramelizing the sugar. (Grease the bottom of the plate with a little oil to prevent sticking, and serve with a bowl of cold water for dipping.)

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Heat a pan over medium heat with a little oil and add an appropriate amount of white sugar (oil:sugar ratio 0.5 : 3

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves; continue stirring after the color changes, and keep stirring throughout the process.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Continue stirring until the foam disappears, the syrup thins, and the color turns pale yellow. (Be extremely careful not to let the temperature get too high, or all your efforts will be wasted and the sugar will turn bitter and caramelize.)

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Quickly add the fried yam chunks and stir-fry evenly.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    It has a glossy sheen and is crisp on the outside and soft on the inside.