Boniatos Fritos

Description
Fried sweet potato rounds. Makes 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

 * Vegetable or peanut oil for frying
 * 4 med Boniatos or American sweet potatoes or yams, peeled And cut into ¼-inch rounds
 * salt to taste

Directions

 * 1) In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat ½ inch of oil to 375 °F, or until a piece of potato sizzles when it touches the oil.
 * 2) Add as many potato rounds as will fit in a single layer, reduce the heat to medium, and fry until golden on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes, turning with a slotted spoon.
 * 3) Drain on a paper-towel-lined platter, sprinkle with salt, and serve hot.
 * 4) If you are frying large quantities, keep them warm in a 200 °F oven until all are done.