Picarones

Peruvian rings of fried dough infused with pumpkin and sweet potato.

Ingredients

• 200 grams sweet potato
• 200 grams pumpkin
• 300 grams flour
• 100 grams sugar
• 1 tbsp yeast
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 500 ml vegetable oil

Method

1. Boil sweet potato and pumpkin until soft; mash until smooth.
2. Mix mashed ingredients with flour, sugar, yeast, and cinnamon.
3. Let dough rise until doubled in size.
4. Shape into rings and fry in hot oil until golden brown.

Chef's tips

• Ensure oil is hot enough before frying.
• Serve warm for best flavor.