Sweet Potato Jellies (Imo Yokan)
Sweet Potato Jellies (Imo Yokan) are a traditional Japanese confection made from pureed sweet potatoes with a hint of soy sauce to boost the flavor. This simple, naturally sweet treat pairs perfectly with green tea or coffee for a delightful snack.
- Nutrition facts are for one serving.
- This recipe is for use with a 18x18 cm (about 7x7 in.) mold or container.
- The time needed to cool and solidify is not included.
- Sodium 0 g indicates sodium content less than 40 mg.
Ingredients(Servings: 8)
Directions
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Slice the sweet potatoes into 2 cm (3/4 in.) thick rounds. Then, thickly peel them and rinse in water to remove any scum.
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Place (1) into a pot with plenty of water, and pour out the water when it comes to a boil. Fill the pot again with water and bring it to a gentle boil. Place the sweet potatoes in a strainer and mash them while still hot.
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Pour (A) into a pot and add the sugar and soy sauce.
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Add and stir (2) into (3). Pour the contents into a container or mold, and cool in a refrigerator to solidify.
Cut into several portions to serve.
Cooking Basics
To remove excess starch, place cut sweet potatoes into cold water making sure the cut surfaces are submerged. This step is especially recommended for "kinton" (Japanese-style mashed sweet potato) and other lightly seasoned dishes where a delectable color is desired. Soaking time of about 5 minutes is sufficient.
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