Sweet Potato Fritters
Courtesy of North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission 6 Servings • 5 Min. Prep Time • 5 Min. Cook Time| Ingredients |
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| 1 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and coarsely shredded |
| 3 large eggs |
| 1/4 c. chopped green onions |
| 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour |
| 1/4 tsp. ground mace |
| 1/4 c. vegetable oil |
| 1/2 tsp. salt |
| 2 chopped ripe pears, |
| 1/4 c. raisins |
| 1/2 c. orange marmalade |
| 1 Tbsp. finely chopped crystallized ginger |
Directions:
1. Wrap Sweet Potatoes in clean dish towel; wring to remove excess moisture.
2. In bowl, combine Sweet Potatoes with remaining ingredients except oil; blend well. 3. Heat oil in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Spoon heaping tablespoonfuls of batter into skillet, flattening with back of spoon. Cook until golden on both sides, turning after about 4 min.
5. Remove paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining batter. Serve with Coulis.
Pear Coulis: In bowl, combine 2 chopped ripe pears, 1/4 c. raisins, 1/2 c. orange marmalade and 1 Tbsp. finely chopped crystallized ginger.
Nutrition:
Calories: 316; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 106mg; Total Carbs: 50g; Protein: 5g; Sodium: 239mg; Potassium: 352mg;