Camote Tops
These sugary camote fritters were a popular snack made by the aunties at the Filipino orphanage we lived and worked at for a year!
Foto: Pinch of Yum — Lindsay Ostrom
Ingredients
8 servings
- 2 cups peeled and grated camote (sweet potato)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- oil for frying
- white sugar for dusting
Steps
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Peel, grate, and rinse the camotes. Combine in a large bowl with the brown sugar, flour, and vanilla.
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Pour a thin layer of oil into a large pan (see picture). Bring the oil to a medium high heat. Drop the camote mixture by spoonfuls into the oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
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Drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Sprinkle with sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Macronutrients
Calories975% DV
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
💰 Cost Estimate
Total Ingredients
Rp 7.000
Per Serving
Rp 875/serving
🏠 Save ~Rp 14.000 compared to buying!
📋 Price Breakdown (17% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Unit Price | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| peeled and grated camote | 2 cups | Rp 35.000/kg | Rp 7.000 |
| brown sugar | 0.25 cup | - | - |
| flour | 0.25 cup | - | - |
| vanilla | 1 teaspoon | - | - |
| oil for frying | - | - | - |
| white sugar for dusting | - | - | - |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region
Source: Pinch of Yum
by Lindsay Ostrom
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