Goguma Mattang (Korean Candied Sweet Potato)
Golden fried sweet potato chunks tossed in a glassy caramel and sesame, a sticky and addictive Korean snack.
- Time35 min
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.26 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
Soak the sweet potato chunks in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain and dry well on a clean tea towel.
10 min - 2
Heat the 4 tablespoons of oil in a large non stick frying pan over a medium heat. Fry the chunks for 12 to 15 minutes, turning, until golden outside and tender when pierced.
14 min - 3
Lift them out onto kitchen paper and wipe the pan clean. Lightly oil a tray or sheet of baking paper.
- 4
Put the sugar, water and salt in the clean pan. Heat over a medium heat without stirring, swirling the pan only, for 3 to 4 minutes, until the syrup is bubbling and light amber.
3 min 30 s - 5
Tip in the sweet potato and sesame seeds and turn gently for 30 seconds until coated. Spread on the tray to set for 5 minutes before eating.
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.
