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Vietnamese Sweet Potato & Prawn Fritters

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant street food scene in Vietnam, these fritters combine the sweetness of sweet potatoes with the umami of prawns. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or appetizer, they are often served with fresh herbs and dipping sauces. Today, they are celebrated in various forms across Southeast Asia, showcasing the region's love for crispy, flavorful bites.

VietnameseVNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
300g sweet potato, peeled, cut into matchsticks
10 green prawns, peeled, deveined, chopped
½ cup plain (all-purpose) flour
1/3 cup cornflour (cornstarch)
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp ground turmeric
large pinch sea salt flakes, plus extra to sprinkle
1 egg
2/3 cup iced water
vegetable oil, for deep-frying

prawns

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is plant-based and lowers cholesterol.

rice flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil provides a unique flavor.

chili sauce

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: homemade chili paste

Sriracha offers a similar heat with fewer additives.

1

For the nuoc cham, whisk together the fish sauce, white vinegar, sugar, lime juice, red chilli, and garlic, and set aside until ready to serve.

2

To make the fritters, whisk together the plain flour, cornflour, baking powder, turmeric, and salt.

3

Make a well in the centre and crack in the egg. Gradually add enough of the iced water, whisking constantly, to form a thick batter.

4

Stir in the sweet potato and prawn.

5

Fill a wok or deep frying pan to about one-third capacity with the vegetable oil and place over high heat. The oil is hot enough when a wooden spoon dipped into the oil forms small bubbles.

6

Scoop spoonfuls of batter into the oil, forming fritters. Cook, turning halfway, for about 4 minutes or until crispy and cooked through.

7

Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel to drain excess oil. Season with salt. Repeat with the remaining batter.

8

Transfer the fritters to a platter. Serve with the nuoc cham and optional Vietnamese-style Tangy Dressing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

wokdeep frying panwhiskplatepaper towel

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishgluten

Also Known As

Bánh KhoaiSweet Potato Fritters

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