Stir-Fried Sweet Potato Stems
How to Make Delicious Stir-Fried Sweet Potato Stems
This recipe for stir-fried sweet potato stems might bring back memories of past cooking endeavors! While the peeling process can be a bit tedious, the resulting dish is incredibly rewarding. Consider buying pre-peeled stems next time for an even easier experience. This dish offers a delightful chewy texture and a rich, savory flavor that’s perfect as a side dish.
Main Ingredients- 1 bunch sweet potato stems (approx. 300g)
- Salt (for curing)
- 1 Tbsp coarse salt (for boiling)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Tip for preparing sweet potato stems: It’s convenient to peel the stems the day before. A helpful tip suggests soaking the stems in saltwater (about 2 Tbsp salt per liter of water) for about 30 minutes before peeling, which makes the process much easier. Give it a try!
Step 2
Blanching the stems: In a pot, bring about 1 liter of water to a rolling boil with 1 Tbsp of coarse salt. Once boiling, add the cleaned sweet potato stems and blanch for 5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become mushy. Immediately rinse the blanched stems under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain them thoroughly in a colander.
Step 3
Stir-frying with perilla oil: Heat 3 Tbsp of perilla oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the drained sweet potato stems and stir-fry. Allow the nutty aroma of the perilla oil to infuse into the stems as they cook.
Step 4
Adding aromatics: Once the sweet potato stems begin to soften slightly, add the chopped green onions and minced garlic. Continue to stir-fry, allowing the garlic aroma to develop and enhance the flavor.
Step 5
Seasoning: Add 1 Tbsp of soy sauce and stir well. Taste the mixture and adjust the saltiness with seasoned salt (or sea salt) if needed. It’s best to start with less soy sauce and add more gradually to avoid over-salting.
Step 6
Final stir-fry: Continue to stir-fry over medium-low heat for another 2-3 minutes until the sweet potato stems are tender but still retain a pleasant crispness. Ensure all the seasonings are well combined.
Step 7
Finishing touches: Just before turning off the heat, drizzle with a little sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Your delicious stir-fried sweet potato stems are ready! They are wonderful served with a bowl of warm rice.
