Hello friends and friends Paulina Kitchen! Today we are going to talk about a classic classic in Argentina, a sweet loved by many and hated by many others (?), We are talking about the old sweet sweet potato .
And while going to buy it directly to the warehouse of your neighborhood, it is almost ritual, what do you think if we learn the recipe to make homemade sweet potato ? Give it, yes !!
For that staying because we are going to take a tour with all the secrets and advice to prepare a sweet potato , but with a current and modern touch.
They will see that it is not complicated, the only thing that is needed is a bit of patience, a good revolve arm and good quality sweet potatoes . Accompany us on this trip to learn a little more about sweet potato (even if they are Team Membrillo) and, of course, with the final gold brooch of the recipe.
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About the sweet sweet potato
What is sweet potato? Basically, it is a kind of jelly or thick jam made with sweet potatoes , which has a firm consistency and a sweet, smooth and slightly earthy taste.
It is one of those desserts that won a special place in the table of Argentines for being tasty, economical and practical . The recipe to make sweet potato usually includes sweet potatoes, sugar and some type of gelling, such as agar agar , which has become quite popular and that allows a firm texture without altering the taste.
Although the recipe seems simple to make sweet potatoes requires some affection and dedication, because texture and taste must be perfect for a real pleasure to enjoy it with a slice of cheese or in a cake .
The sweet potato as a classic in Argentina
In Argentina, sweet potato has a special status. Not only is it a dessert, but it is also a desktop classic. Accompanied by a good cheese slice, it becomes the famous "vigilant dessert" , a bittersweet combination that results in a heavenly delicacy.
The sweet potato is part of the Argentine gastronomic and cultural identity , along with the quince candy (its main rival), and is an infallible ingredient in many local conference recipes, such as pastafrola .
But although there are several ways to enjoy it, the sweet potato with cheese is an infallible combination, because it has an irresistible flavor, it is very easy to do and is accessible.
Homemade sweet potato: 6 features that make it unique
- Intense color : housem made of the house -made color has a more vivid, golden or orange color, depending on the variety of sweet potatoes.
- Firm texture : Thanks to the agar agar or flavorless jelly, the homemade sweet achieves a texture that allows you to cut it into pieces without disarming.
- Natural flavor : The sweet potato dulce has a less artificial and more authentic flavor, highlighting the natural sweetness of the sweet potato.
- Freshness : By not containing preservatives, the taste is much cooler and more soft.
- Versatility in the kitchen : you can eat alone, with cheese, or use it as filling for cakes, cakes or pepas .
- Limited duration : Homemade sweet potato does not have the long shelf life of the packaging, so it must be consumed within a period of weeks.
Step by step: How to make homemade sweet potato
The recipe to make sweet potato is simpler than it seems. The sweet potatoes are cooked until they are soft, then peel and mix with sugar. In this step it is important to constantly stir , to prevent it from sticking and to achieve the desired consistency.
Once ready, the agar agar is added, it is still mixed until it is well integrated and then it is allowed to cool in molds. It is important to remember that the sweet must be given time to cool completely before unmolding it. This step is crucial for sweet to have adequate firmness and texture.
Sweet sweet potato with agar agar: the secret of texture
The recipe to make sweet potato with a very firm consistency, such as the one we usually find in the commercial version, usually wears agar . This ingredient is a natural gelling of plant origin (extracted from algae) that helps to give firmness without altering the taste.
- Incorporating it is simple: once the mixture of sweet potato and sugar has reached the desired thickness point in the pot, the agar agar in hot water dissolves and adds to the mixture.
The secret is to stir well to integrate and then let it cool in molds. When cooling, the agar agar gives you that compact texture that allows you to cut the sweet in portions.
However, agar agar is not the only option to make homemade sweet potato . You can also opt for flavorless jelly , or use natural pectin, which is found in lemon or apple juice, and that helps to thicken preparation if it is cooked for long enough.
7 tips for a perfect sweet potato
- Using good quality and very mature sweet potatoes: the base of the good sweet potato is in the sweet potato itself. Choose ripe and blows to obtain a sweet and deep taste. The most orange sweet potatoes (sweet potatoes) usually give a more intense color and flavor to the sweet.
- Add lemon juice for texture and brightness: although it seems a detail, the juice not only provides the touch of acidity that balances the sweetness, but also helps to gelify the mixture naturally thanks to the pectin, which brings brightness and firmness.
- Cooking over low and no hurry heat: this step is essential so that it does not burn and have a uniform texture. Stir frequently to avoid sticking at the bottom of the pot and for the sweetness to develop slowly.
- Sugar proportions: The ideal proportion is usually 700 g of sugar for each kilo of sweet potatoes, but the amount can be adjusted according to your preference. But beware, if less sugar is used, the sweet will be less firm, and if it gets more, it can be too cloying.
- Agar or flavorless gelatin for a firm texture: agar agar is firmer, while the jelly gives a softer result. In both cases you have to dissolve the gelling in water before adding it.
- Let cool in the refrigerator for a perfect texture: once the sweet is in the molds (previously wet with cold water), let it cool to room temperature and then refrigerate it. The refrigerator helps to make firmness without altering the taste. This step is crucial for a compact sweet.
- Keeping sweet in a dry and well -covered place: the homemade sweet potato does not carry preservatives, so it is important to keep it well covered in the refrigerator. It can be kept for about two or three weeks without problem, maintaining its freshness and flavor.
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Homemade sweet potato recipe
Yields: 1 kilo
Preparation time: 2 hours (plus cooled time)
Ingredients
- 1 kg of sweet potatoes or sweet potatoes
- 700 g of sugar
- 1/2 lemon juice (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch of salt
- Optional : 1 tablespoon of agar or 1 on (7 g) of flavorless gelatin
How to make sweet potato sweet step by step
- Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large and uniform pieces. Place them in a pot with enough water to cover them completely and cook over medium heat until they are very tender (approx 20-30 minutes). Then, drain the sweet potatoes and make a smooth puree and without lumps, preferably with a processor or through a sieve.
- Incorporate the sugar, the lemon juice (if used), the vanilla extract (optional) and a pinch of salt. Mix well to integrate.
- Place the mixture in a large pot and cook over low heat, constantly stirring so that it does not stick. Continue until thickens, acquire an intense golden color and easily take off from the bottom of the pot, approx. about 40-50 minutes.
- If the agar agar is used, dissolve the tablespoon of agar agar in a little hot water and add it to the mixture, stirring well to integrate. If jelly jelly is used to dissolve the gelatin envelope in ¼ cup of cold water, then heat it for a few seconds so that it dissolves well, and add to the mixture.
- Cook the mixture about 2-3 more minutes, making sure that the agar agar or gelatin are distributed and activated completely. When the mixture is thick and consistent, remove from heat.
- Slightly grease a mold or line it with film paper. Pour the mixture into the mold, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Let cool to room temperature until you make consistency, and then take the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until it is very firm.
- Once cold, you can already cut the sweet potato sweet, which can be enjoyed alone or accompanied by a slice of cheese for the classic "vigilant dessert."
