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Five sweet potato patties stacked on a plate with a dollop of crème fraîche on top and a fork on the side.
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Sweet Potato Patties

A simple coating of panko and a few minutes in a hot pan transforms these sweet potato patties into a marvelous side dish or vegetarian main. It's also a great way to use up leftover mashed sweet potatoes.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Sides
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 patties
Calories: 232

Ingredients

  • 1 large (about 1 1/4 pounds) sweet potato
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for frying
  • 1/4 cup (1 oz) finely diced red or yellow onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs, divided
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/3 cup crème fraîche or sour cream, for serving
  • Finely sliced fresh chives, for garnish
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Instructions

  • Pierce the sweet potato multiple times on all sides with a fork, then place on a microwave-safe plate and lightly tent with a damp paper towel. Microwave on high for 4 minutes, rotate, and continue to cook in 2-minute increments until it is soft, 8 to 10 minutes total. The exact cooking time will depend on your microwave’s wattage. Let cool, then peel the sweet potato, place the flesh in a bowl, and use a fork to mash it.
  • In a small saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat, warm the olive oil. Add the onions and sauté until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and Italian seasoning and continue to sauté until the onions are translucent, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Add the onion mixture to the bowl with the mashed sweet potato and mix in 1/4 cup of the bread crumbs and the cheese. Season with the salt and pepper, mix to combine.
  • Using an ice cream scoop, scoop a ball of the mixture, then use your hands to press it into a patty, about 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick and 3 inches (8 cm) in diameter. Repeat with the remaining mixture to make 6 patties.
  • Set up a breading station, putting the flour, egg, and remaining 3/4 cup of bread crumbs in three separate shallow bowls. Lightly dredge the patties in the flour, dip into the egg, and then into the bread crumbs.
  • Heat 1/4 inch (6 mm) of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Fry the sweet potato patties until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Serve with a dollop of crème fraîche or sour cream and a sprinkling of chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1patty | Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 604mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g