Kurikinton

Name: Authentic Kurikinton Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Japan
Ingredients: 400g sweet potatoes (Japanese satsumaimo preferred); 100g cooked, peeled chestnuts (canned or vacuum-packed); 4 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for richness); Water for boiling