- Steam or boil sweet potatoes, peel and mash.
- Add sugar, salt, and mochiko.
- Mix with hands.
- Add zest to water, gradually add water to potato-mochiko mixture.
- Mix until dough is well blended.
- Divide dough into 3 parts.
- Wrap each portion in plastic wrap and shape into a 2 x 1 x 8-inch rectangle.
- Cut each rectangle into 1/2-inch slices.
- Deep fry in oil heated to 350°F.
- Makes about 4 dozen fritters.
Helpful Hint: Place the whole, unpeeled potatoes and 1/4 cup of water, in a microwavable container with cover and microwave on HIGH for about 15 minutes. To mash, put the potatoes in a plastic zipper top bag, release air, seal and mash with a rolling pin.
Approximate Nutrient Analysis per serving (not including salt to taste):
150 calories, 9 g fat, 0.5 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 20 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 1 g protein