Kamote Cue (Filipino Caramelized Sweet Potato Skewers) 🍠🍯

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Kamote Cue is a popular Filipino street food made with slices of sweet potato (kamote) coated in caramelized brown sugar and fried until golden and sticky. Similar to banana cue, this simple treat has a crispy caramel coating outside and a soft, naturally sweet center.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900 g) sweet potatoes (kamote), peeled and cut into thick slices or wedges
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ½ cup cooking oil (or enough for shallow frying)
• ½ tsp salt (optional)
• Bamboo skewers

Instructions

1. Prepare the sweet potatoes

1. Peel and wash sweet potatoes.
2. Cut into thick slices or chunks.
3. Pat dry with a towel.

2. Fry the kamote

1. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
2. Add sweet potato pieces.
3. Fry for 8–10 minutes until slightly tender.

3. Caramelize with sugar

1. Add brown sugar directly into the pan.
2. Let it melt and coat the sweet potatoes.
3. Gently stir until the sugar forms a shiny caramel coating and sticks to the kamote.

4. Skewer and serve

1. Remove from oil and allow excess caramel to drip off.
2. Thread pieces onto bamboo skewers.
3. Serve warm.

Optional Add-Ins

🥥 Coconut Kamote Cue: Sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes.
🌰 Nutty Version: Add crushed peanuts on top.
🍯 Extra Caramel: Drizzle with a little honey before serving.
🌶️ Modern Twist: Add a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder.

Tips for Perfect Kamote Cue

• Choose firm sweet potatoes so they hold their shape while frying.
• Keep the heat medium so the sugar caramelizes without burning.
• Do not stir too aggressively after adding sugar to avoid breaking the pieces.
• Serve fresh—the caramel coating is best while warm.

Kamote Cue is a beloved Filipino merienda (snack): crispy, caramelized, sweet, and comforting—a delicious taste of Philippine street food culture. 🇵🇭🍠✨