Curried Sweet Potato Latkes

These seasoned sweet potato patties are a spicy version of a traditional Jewish favorite.

• Preparation Time: 45 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 224 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 4 cups peeled, shredded sweet potato
• 2 cups oil for frying, or as needed
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine flour, curry powder, white sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cumin, salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in a bowl.

Step 2

Whisk together eggs and milk in a separate bowl. Pour into flour mixture and stir until well blended and batter has no lumps. Stir in sweet potatoes until fully combined.

Step 3

Heat enough oil to cover the bottom of a heavy skillet over medium heat. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into hot oil, using spatula to flatten. Fry until well browned, about 3 to 5 minutes per side.

Step 4

Drain on paper towels and serve hot.