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Cut the sweet potatoes into cubes and steam them until soft.

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Mash the steamed sweet potatoes and add salt and flour.

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Mix well and knead till a soft dough forms. Divide it into equal parts and roll it into small balls.

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Puncture a small hole in each dough ball to form doughnuts.

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Heat a pot of oil over medium heat.

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Fry your doughnuts till they turn golden brown. Once done, set aside on paper towel to drain the excess oil.

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To prepare the sugar syrup, bring the sugar and water to a boil.

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Coat your doughnuts in the warm syrup. Set aside to cool.