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Sweet Potato Phoenix Nest

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Submitted by trifle

YIELD

4 servings

PREP

5 min

COOK

15 min

READY

20 min

Ingredients

2 473
CUPS ML SWEET POTATOES, OR YAMS
shredded
1 15
TABLESPOON ML CORNSTARCH
Oil
FOR VEGETABLE OIL
for frying *

Directions

Squeeze potato, by the handful, to eliminate liquid, then place in a bowl.

Sprinkle cornstarch over potato and toss to distribute cornstarch evenly and loosen shreds.

Arrange a handful of shreds inside one sieve in a latticework over the bottom and at least halfway up the side.

Fit second sieve inside first.

Heat oil to 350℉ (180℃) on a deep-frying thermometer, place sieve in pan, and cook nest until light pumpkin color (about 3 or 4 minutes).

Remove from oil and lift of top sieve. Loosen edge of nest with tip of a sharp knife, then gently remove nest and drain on paper towels.

Makes 4 to 5, four inch nests.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 102g (3.6 oz)
Amount per Serving
Calories 97 1% from fat
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 36mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 8%
Dietary Fiber 3g 13%
Sugars g
Protein 4g
Vitamin A 384% Vitamin C 33%
Calcium 4% Iron 4%
* based on a 2,000 calorie diet How is this calculated?
Low Fat, Fat-Free, Low in Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Cholesterol-Free, Trans-fat Free, Good source of fiber, Low Sodium
 

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