Mochi-Dipped Yuzu Sweet Potato Fries

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into 1/2-inch thick fries.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   In a medium bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil and salt until evenly coated. Spread them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

   ~3 min
4. 4

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.

   ~25 min
5. 5

   While the fries are baking, prepare the yuzu glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together yuzu juice, honey, and soy sauce.

   ~2 min
6. 6

   In another small bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, water, and sugar. Stir until a smooth, thick paste forms. This will be the mochi coating.

   ~1 min
7. 7

   Once the fries are baked, remove them from the oven. Let them cool slightly for about 5 minutes.

   ~5 min
8. 8

   Using a spatula, gently coat each warm sweet potato fry with the yuzu glaze. Then, carefully dip each glazed fry into the mochi mixture, ensuring it's lightly coated.

   ~5 min
9. 9

   Arrange the mochi-dipped fries on a serving plate and serve immediately.