Steps

1. Peel the potatoes and remove any eyes.
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2. Cut the potato into 8 pieces, place in a microwave-safe container, cover with plastic wrap, and heat in a 600W microwave for 4 minutes.
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3. Mash the heated potato with a fork or masher until it becomes a smooth paste.
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4. Add 1 tsp sugar and 2 tbsp water to the mashed potato and mix well.
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5. Add 100g hot cake mix to the potato mixture and mix until it starts to crumble.
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6. Knead the mixture in the bowl to form a dough. If the dough is too dry, add a little water at a time to adjust. [Key Tip!] The dough should be slightly soft and feel a bit mushy when pinched.
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7. Divide the dough into 5 portions and shape them into balls.
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8. Flatten the dough balls by pressing down on them, then use a chopstick or similar tool to poke and twist in the center, creating a hole.
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9. Shape the hole into a circle with your fingers. [Key Tip!] The hole will expand when frying, so make sure it's wide enough for 2-3 fingers.
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10. Heat about 2cm of oil in a deep frying pan or pot to medium heat (150-160°C). [Key Tip!] Potatoes can cause burning, so maintain a low-medium heat while frying.
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11. Carefully place the shaped donut dough into the hot oil and fry for 2 to 2.5 minutes on one side until golden brown.
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12. Flip the donuts and fry the other side for 2 to 2.5 minutes until golden brown. Drain excess oil.
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13. While still warm, place sugar (for dusting, to taste) in a food-safe bag. Add the fried donuts and shake to coat evenly. [Key Tip!] If you prefer less sweetness, you can skip this step. If you want them sweeter, coat generously with sugar for a delicious finish.
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