Suining sweet-potato balls 遂州红苕丸子
Suining sweet-potato balls is featured among the local specialties of Sichuan.
Golden fried balls are made with sweet potato for a soft, slightly sweet center. Share them while hot at a Suining local restaurant or snack shop.
How it is made
Cooked sweet potato is mashed, combined with a binding flour or starch and formed into balls before frying. The exterior browns while the center remains soft.
Flavour & texture
The balls have a crisp outer bite and a tender, gently sweet middle. They can accompany a savory meal without necessarily being heavily sugared like a dessert.
Local roots & traditions
Hongshao wanzi is a Suining-area sweet-potato preparation in Sichuan's local dish repertoire.
How to order Suining sweet-potato balls
Order a small freshly fried plate and ask whether sugar or a sauce is added.
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Questions before you order
What name should I show when ordering?
Show 遂州红苕丸子 for Suining sweet-potato balls. Order a small freshly fried plate and ask whether sugar or a sauce is added.
Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.