Crispy sweet potato (yam) fries in a deep fryer?

Crispy sweet potato (yam) fries in a deep fryer? - Fries and Dipping Sauce

I bought a roto deep fryer recently. But everytime I make yam fries, they end up being soggy.

My process: I cut the sweet potato fries to about 1/4 inch. I follow deep fryer instructions of preheating to 370'F before dropping the basket. From there, I fry a full basket for about 12-14 minutes.

The yam fries always come out soggy.

Any suggestions to improve the process?



Best Answer

I would also cut down on the "Full Basket" to lessen the Oil Temp Recovery. Try just a few handfuls at a time to keep the temp above 325'F. Frying time per batch should only be between 1 - 2 minutes.




Pictures about "Crispy sweet potato (yam) fries in a deep fryer?"

Crispy sweet potato (yam) fries in a deep fryer? - Heap of delicious crunchy fried potatoes spilled on table
Crispy sweet potato (yam) fries in a deep fryer? - Potato Fries on White Ceramic Bowl
Crispy sweet potato (yam) fries in a deep fryer? - Crop person with crossed legs on table against monitor



How do you make sweet potato fries in a deep fat fryer?

Heat a pot of vegetable oil to 350 degrees F. Deep fry the sweet potato fries in batches of 7-15 depending on the size of your pot. Make sure to break up clusters of fries and prevent fries from sticking to the pan as they cook. Cook the fries for 5-7 minutes or until golden.

How do you make deep fried fries crispy?

The best way to keep fried foods crispy? Just place them on a cooling rack set over a baking sheet. If you're frying multiple batches, throw the whole setup into a low oven to keep everything warm as you keep frying and adding to the rack.

How do you make crispy fried sweet potato chips?

Process
  • Begin by rinsing and patting dry your sweet potato. ...
  • Slice the sweet potato into rounds that are as thin as possible. ...
  • Heat the coconut oil (or other fat) in a saute pan or sauce pan over a medium flame. ...
  • Fry the sweet potato chips in batches, about 3-4 minutes per batch.




  • Crispy Sweet Potato Fries | The Secret to the BEST Fried Sweet Potatoes




    More answers regarding crispy sweet potato (yam) fries in a deep fryer?

    Answer 2

    You could try par-boiling the fries first. Drop your cut yams into boiling water until they begin to soften (about 5-7 minutes.) Remove them and let the cool completely before frying. 12-14 minutes seems like an awfully long time to keep something immersed in boiling oil. The par-cook method, while increasing overall preparation time will increase the quality of your fries.

    Sources: Stack Exchange - This article follows the attribution requirements of Stack Exchange and is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.

    Images: Valeria Boltneva, Satyam Verma, ROMAN ODINTSOV, Eren Li