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Sweet Potato and Broccoli Fritters


  • Author: emilyharper
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 fritters 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy and tender fritters made with sweet potatoes and broccoli, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), grated
  • 1 small head broccoli (about 2 cups finely chopped)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 flour)
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan or nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (about 1 teaspoon salt)
  • 23 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables by grating the sweet potatoes and chopping the broccoli and onion.
  2. Remove excess moisture from broccoli and sweet potato by squeezing them in a towel.
  3. Combine the base ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Fold the veggies into the batter until evenly combined.
  5. Heat the skillet and oil over medium heat.
  6. Form and fry the fritters for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  7. Drain and rest the fritters on a wire rack.
  8. Make-ahead by storing them in the fridge or freezer for later use.
  9. Final checks; serve and enjoy with dipping sauce.

Notes

Squeezing moisture is crucial to avoid soggy fritters. Feel free to adjust the spices and ingredients to your liking.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fritter
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: fritters, sweet potato, broccoli, vegetarian, easy recipe