Editorial content from Empório Portugal. Traditional recipes may vary by region, family, and cook.
About the Recipe
Sweet Potato Azevias are festive sweets made with thin dough and aromatic filling.
The sweet potato provides natural creaminess and pairs well with cinnamon, lemon, or orange.
Ingredients
- Thin dough for azevias
- 500 g of cooked and mashed sweet potato
- 220 g of sugar
- Cinnamon
- Orange zest
- 2 optional egg yolks
- Oil for frying
Preparation Method
- Cook and mash the sweet potato.
- Heat with sugar, cinnamon, and zest.
- Cook until a firm filling forms.
- Let cool.
- Fill the dough and seal well.
- Fry until golden and finish with sugar.
Tips from Empório Portugal
- Sweet potato should be free of excess water.
- Firm filling makes assembly easier.
- Fry in hot oil, but not smoking.
Possible Substitutions in Brazil
- Orange sweet potato gives a nice color.
- Lemon zest can replace orange.
Pairing
Black tea, coffee, or fortified wine. Content intended for those over 18 years old. Drink responsibly.
Editorial Note from Empório Portugal
This recipe is part of the editorial curation of Empório Portugal, developed from Portuguese culinary tradition. Like all traditional recipes, it may vary according to region, family, and cook.
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