Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, these Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes are the perfect blend of creamy comfort and nutty crunch. Made with tender, buttery sweet potatoes seasoned with a hint of garlic and nutmeg, these croquettes are rolled in a delicate almond meal coating for a gluten-friendly twist on classic breading. Pan-fried to perfection, each bite offers a delightful contrast between the velvety interior and crispy exterior. Ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a unique side dish, they're easy to prepare in just under an hour. Serve them warm, and watch them disappear! Whether you're looking for a creative use of sweet potatoes or simply craving something decadent, this recipe is a must-try.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 cup almond meal
• 1 cup vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into chunks.

Step 2

Boil a pot of water and add the sweet potato chunks. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until tender.

Step 3

Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and nutmeg.

Step 4

Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

In a shallow dish, place the flour. In another dish, whisk together the eggs and water. In a third dish, place the almond meal.

Step 6

Once the sweet potato mixture is cool enough to handle, form it into small balls, about the size of golf balls.

Step 7

Roll each sweet potato ball first in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with the almond meal. Press the almond meal gently onto the croquettes to ensure it sticks.

Step 8

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.

Step 9

Carefully add the croquettes to the pan, cooking in batches if necessary. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 10

Remove the croquettes from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 11

Serve warm as an appetizer or a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	892.1 grams (892.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3231

Total Fat 290.40g	372%
Saturated Fat 49.30g	247%
Polyunsaturated Fat 135.10g
Cholesterol 438mg	146%
Sodium 2850mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 142.30g	52%
Dietary Fiber 23.30g	83%
Total Sugars 20.40g
Protein 45.40g	91%

Vitamin D 87IU	433%
Calcium 393mg	30%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 924mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.7%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 16.9%