How to Make Japanese Sweet & Savory Potato Bites - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of Japanese cuisine, then you're going to love this recipe for Japanese sweet and savory potato bites. These bite-sized treats are packed with flavor and make the perfect appetizer or side dish for any meal. Whether you're entertaining guests or just looking for a delicious snack, these potato bites are sure to be a hit.

One of the things that makes this recipe so special is the combination of sweet and savory flavors. The sweetness of the potatoes pairs perfectly with ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ⅔ cups water
  • 1 ¾ cups Japanese soy sauce
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¾ cup tapioca flour (starch)
  • 1 tablespoon mirin (sweetened rice wine)
  • 6 frozen tater drums
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup thinly sliced cabbage
  • ½ cup small diced squid
  • 1 tablespoon dried fish flakes
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Japanese soy sauce
  • Roasted shredded seaweed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 serving

  • Teriyaki Sauce: In a pot, boil water and add Japanese soy sauce until re-boiled. Add the sugar and mirin. Add the tapioca flour in small batches until thickened, whisk smooth.
  • Potato Bites: Preheat oil in a fryer or a deep pan to 350 degrees F. Fry tater drums according to packaging or approximately 3 minutes.
  • In a skillet, heat oil, add the squid and cabbage. Saute with Japanese Soy Sauce until light-brown color, place on the plate.
  • Place the prepared tater drums, followed by the 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce, and mayonnaise on top of squid/cabbage plating. Then sprinkle fish flakes and seaweed. Serve.
  • Nutrition

    1657 cal.

    • Total Fat: 56g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 275mg
    • Sodium: 26569mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 246g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 115g
    • Protein: 51g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 186mg
    • Iron: 11mg
    • Potassium: 1571mg