KOMPAs.com – Cilembu sweet potato is a type of sweet potato that is popular with many people. Its natural sweet taste combined with its soft texture makes this sweet potato a versatile food ingredient.
This sweet potato is easy to find in traditional markets and supermarkets, and can be processed into various dishes such as boiled, baked or fried.
Usually, we can easily find these sweet potatoes that are already cooked, so we just have to eat them.
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However, what if one day we get Cilembu sweet potatoes that have not been cooked. For maximum results, it is important to know how to cook properly.
Here are some tips for cooking Cilembu sweet potatoes so that the results are tender, soft and perfectly sweet:
1. Steam for natural taste
Steaming is one of the best ways to preserve the natural flavor of sweet potatoes.
How to Process:
- You can peel the skin or leave it whole
- Steam for 25-30 minutes until tender
- Serve straight away or as a base for other dishes
2. Boil it for a savory taste
To create a savory taste, Wahyu recommends boiling sweet potatoes with the addition of garlic.
How to Process:
- Boil the sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes
- Add garlic to the cooking water for additional aroma and flavor
- The results can be enjoyed immediately or processed into fried, mashed or pureed sweet potatoes
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3. Fry for a crunchy sensation
If you want Cilembu sweet potatoes to be a crunchy snack, frying is the right choice.
How to Process:
- Soak the sweet potato pieces in ice water before frying
- Avoid mixing sugar in the flour mixture to maintain its natural sweet taste
4. Bake wrapped in aluminum foil
Roasting sweet potatoes by wrapping them in aluminum foil can provide an evenly cooked texture. Pian suggests this method for best results.
Illustration of Cilembu sweet potatoHow to Process:
- Wrap sweet potatoes with aluminum foil
- Preheat the oven to 120 degrees Celsius and bake for 40-45 minutes.
5. Oven for two hours for a sweet honey taste
Eni Nuryani, a Cilembu sweet potato seller, shares the secret to producing a sweet taste like honey.
Also read: 3 Ways to Cook Cilembu Sweet Potatoes Apart from Roasting for Various Dishes
How to Process:
Oven sweet potatoes for two hours
This process melts the sweet potato sap, producing a sticky sugar liquid that is sweet like honey.
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