Sweet Potato Balls Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb sweet potato; 1 egg, beaten; 1 small onion, minced; 1 tablespoon milk; 1 tablespoon butter; ¼ teaspoon fresh gingerroot, peeled & grated; 2 tablespoons unbleached white flour; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 1 pinch cayenne; salt & freshly ground black pepper; ¼ cup vegetable oil; 2 cups whole wheat bread crumbs

Servings: persons

1 lb sweet potato
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, minced
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon butter
¼ teaspoon fresh gingerroot, peeled & grated
2 tablespoons unbleached white flour
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 pinch cayenne
salt & freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 cups whole wheat bread crumbs

1
Cook the sweet potatoes.
2
Either bake them and scoop out the insides, or peel them and then steam or boil and drain.
3
Mash the cooked sweet potatoes and mix together with all the ingredients except the oil and bread crumbs.
4
Heat the oil in a heavy skillet on medium heat.
5
Place the bread crumbs in a bowl.
6
Form little balls by dropping a heaping tablespoon of the sweet potato mixture into the bread crumbs, dredging each ball through the bread crumbs.
7
Fry several balls at a time in the hot oil, rolling them around occasionally to brown all sides.
8
When golden brown, drain on paper towels and serve immediately, or keep them warm in the oven until you're ready to serve.
9
Serve with your favorite sauce.
10
Variation: Stuff each ball with an olive or a little cube of sharp cheddar cheese by poking the olive or cheese into the center with your finger.

328

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb sweet potato, 1 egg, beaten, 1 small onion, minced, 1 tablespoon milk, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Balls 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.

Sweet Potato Balls

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