Dulce de Camote (Candied Sweet Potato in Piloncillo Syrup)
Soft sweet potato simmered in a clove and cinnamon dark sugar syrup until it is tender and glossy.
- Time1 hr
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.44 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Put the sugar, water, cinnamon, cloves and orange zest in a wide, heavy pan. Heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
- 2
Add the sweet potato in a single layer if you can. Bring to a simmer.
- 3
Cover and cook gently for 20 minutes, turning the pieces once, until nearly tender.
20 min - 4
Uncover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes more, spooning the syrup over, until the potato is soft and the syrup is thick and sticky.
18 min 20 s - 5
Take out the cinnamon, cloves and zest. Serve warm or cold, spooning the syrup over. It keeps in the fridge for 4 days.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.