A Simple Sweet Potato Fritters Recipe from South Africa
Experience a taste of South African comfort food with this simple and satisfying Sweet Potato Fritters recipe. Perfectly spiced with a hint of cinnamon and subtly sweetened with brown sugar, these golden fritters are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Made with just a handful of pantry staples and fresh sweet potatoes, this quick and easy recipe comes together in under 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a weekday treat or a flavorful side dish. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of indulgence, these fritters are best served warm and make for an irresistible snack or accompaniment to any meal. Bring a taste of South Africa to your table with this delightful dish that’s both comforting and versatile.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Sweet potato
- 60 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 20 grams Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 120 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 10 grams Powdered sugar (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into chunks.
Step 2
Boil the sweet potato chunks in salted water for about 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain well and let them cool slightly.
Step 3
Mash the sweet potatoes in a large bowl until smooth.
Step 4
Add the flour, egg, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until you have a thick batter.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
Step 6
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the batter and carefully drop it into the hot oil. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
Step 7
Fry the fritters in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Step 8
Remove the fritters from the pan and drain on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 9
Repeat with the remaining batter.
Step 10
If desired, dust the fritters with powdered sugar before serving.
Step 11
Serve warm and enjoy these delicious sweet potato fritters as a snack or side dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 592.6 grams (592.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 890 |
| Total Fat 22.10g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 5.70g | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.50g | |
| Cholesterol 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium 942mg | 41% |
| Total Carbohydrate 161.50g | 59% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.00g | 54% |
| Total Sugars 56.80g | |
| Protein 12.90g | 26% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 181mg | 14% |
| Iron 7mg | 37% |
| Potassium 1197mg | 25% |
Source of Calories