Sweet Potato and Pea Fritters Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato and Pea Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour; 1/2 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste; 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil; 3/4 cup buttermilk or 3/4 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 large eggs beaten; 1 cup peas, frozen thawed, or fresh; 1 cup sweet potatoes, or yams peeled and shredded, 1 small yam; 1/4 cup mint leaves freshly chopped; 1/4 cup cilantro freshly chopped

Servings: persons

1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes optional
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
3/4 cup buttermilk or 3/4 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 large eggs beaten
1 cup peas, frozen thawed, or fresh
1 cup sweet potatoes, or yams peeled and shredded, 1 small yam
1/4 cup mint leaves freshly chopped
1/4 cup cilantro freshly chopped

1
Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
2
Slightly oil the pan with a few drops of oil or coat with cooking spray.
3
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes if using until well combined.
4
Pour in the oils, milk and egg, and stir until just moistened.
5
Stir in the sweet potatoes, peas, mint and cilantro leaves until evenly distributed and well mixed.
6
For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the preheated pan.
7
You should be able to cook 3 to 4 fritters at the same time.
8
Cook for about 3 minutes until the fritter sets, and the top starts to bubble.
9
Turn the fritter once, and continue to cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden and brown.
10
Repeat until all of the batter is used up.
11
Put the cooked fritters in a 200 degrees F oven to keep warm.
12
Serve warm with sour cream, or hot sauce, or any dipping sauce you like.

639

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato and Pea Fritters falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Potato and Pea Fritters

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