Description
Brazilian-inspired Sweet Potato Fritters dance with crispy edges and tender centers, bringing Mediterranean dill yogurt sauce into perfect harmony. Delightful golden bites offer comfort and excitement on a single plate, inviting home cooks to savor each zesty, satisfying morsel.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (453 grams) sweet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 large green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Sauce and Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Neutral cooking oil, for frying
- Flaky sea salt, for serving
Instructions
- Craft the zesty dill-infused yogurt condiment by combining tangy Greek yogurt with freshly chopped dill, bright lemon zest, citrusy lemon juice, and aromatic granulated garlic. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside at ambient temperature to allow flavors to meld.
- Whisk eggs with smoky paprika, pungent granulated garlic, fiery cayenne, and salt in a spacious mixing vessel. Incorporate the delicately grated sweet potato threads and finely sliced green onions into the egg mixture.
- Gently fold flour and baking powder into the vegetable mixture until just integrated, being careful not to overmix the delicate batter.
- Warm a generously oiled skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Carefully dollop spoonfuls of the sweet potato mixture into the pan, using the back of the spoon to create slight pancake-like discs.
- Sizzle each fritter for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, watching for a golden-brown crust and crispy edges. Modulate heat to prevent burning while ensuring thorough cooking.
- Transfer the freshly fried fritters to a wire rack lined with absorbent paper, immediately sprinkling with flaky sea salt to enhance their flavor profile.
- Continue cooking remaining batter, replenishing oil as necessary to maintain consistent heat and prevent sticking.
- Serve the piping hot fritters accompanied by the vibrant dill yogurt sauce, either drizzled on top or presented alongside for individual dipping.
Notes
- Swap flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or chickpea flour to make the fritters suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.
- Control oil temperature carefully to prevent burning and ensure crispy, evenly cooked fritters with golden-brown exteriors.
- Pat grated sweet potatoes dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, creating crispier and less soggy fritters.
- Experiment with spice variations like adding smoked paprika or cayenne for extra flavor depth and personalized heat levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg