Bata Fried Sweet Potatoes With Spicy Peanut Dip
Enjoy the flavors of Equatorial Guinea with this delicious recipe for Bata Fried Sweet Potatoes with Spicy Peanut Dip. The crispy sweet potatoes paired with the zesty dip make for a perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, and paprika. Dredge the sweet potato slices in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the sweet potato slices in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, garlic, and water until smooth. If the dip is too thick, add more water to reach the desired consistency.
- Serve the bata fried sweet potatoes with the spicy peanut dip on the side for dipping.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 220
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large skillet Bowls for dredging and mixing Whisk Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the bata fried sweet potatoes with the spicy peanut dip as an appetizer or snack for a flavorful and satisfying experience.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick, sprinkle some chopped fresh cilantro or crushed peanuts on top of the dip before serving.
Cost
$10