SW Sweet Potato Latkes
Servings: 10 medium latkes (about)
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Ingredients
- 2-3 med sweet potatoes
- 1 med sweet onion
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1/4-1/3 cup flour
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt, or to taste
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes and peel if desired. I keep them unpeeled as it saves time and adds fiber and color to the final product.
- Grate the potato, onion, and jalapeño pepper in a food processor or by hand. Place in a medium bowl. For less heat, remove seeds and membrane from pepper.
- Mix in the egg, flour, baking powder, and salt. You might need to adjust the amount of flour.
- Heat some oil in a large shallow pan over medium high heat.
- Gently slide 1/3-1/4 cups of batter to pan and lightly press down to flatten.
- Fry for about 4 to 6 minutes per side or until nicely browned.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Continue with remaining batter.
- Serve hot/warm with sour cream.
Notes
ATTRIBUTION: Inspired by my need to play in the kitchen, a discussion about the influences of local cuisines on traditional foods, and my love for spicy things.