Sweet Potato Latkes (Sweet)

Sweet potato latkes seasoned with cloves and cinnamon.

Yield: 8 to 12 latkes

Ingredients

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and shredded
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground cloves
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Place potatoes in a colander. Place a cheesecloth over the potatoes and squeeze the potatoes to release as much liquid as possible. Let the potatoes sit to release more liquid, squeeze again.
2. Combine potatoes, eggs, brown sugar, flour, cloves and cinnamon; mix well.
3. Form mixture into pancake size cakes and fry in a large frying pan in hot oil. Flip cakes over after 2 to 3 minutes (when bottom is browned) and brown other side.
4. Drain on paper towels and serve piping hot.

Nutrition

Per serving (6 servings): Calories 173, Protein 3g, Total Fat 11g, Sodium 29mg, Cholesterol 71mg, Carbohydrates 16g, Fiber 2g

Attribution

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