Yapese Sweet Potato Fritters
Yapese Sweet Potato Fritters are a popular dish in Micronesian cuisine, known for their crispy exterior and soft, flavorful interior. These fritters are a delicious way to enjoy the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes.
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, grated
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated sweet potatoes, flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and green onions.
- Stir in the beaten eggs until the mixture is well combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop about 1/4 cup of the sweet potato mixture and carefully drop it into the hot oil, flattening it slightly with a spatula.
- Fry the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the Yapese Sweet Potato Fritters hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet Spatula Paper towels
Tools
Grater Knife Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Yapese Sweet Potato Fritters are delicious on their own or served with a side of tangy dipping sauce.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika to the sweet potato mixture before frying.
Cost
$8