Candy “Silk” Sweet Potatoes

In China, hot dishes are typically served excruciatingly hot, to the point where if you’re not careful, you could get burnt. It’s both a sign that the food is fairly fresh and, let’s be real, safe to eat. My dad, who grew up with siblings to fight over food with, has a higher tolerance for heat than I do (I’m an only child). So when he orders this dish (one of his favorites), I’m only able to eat two pieces while he downs the rest of the fiery hot potatoes.

Timing is everything. Wai