Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes
Crisp, golden, and utterly irresistible, these Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes are the perfect combination of creamy sweetness and nutty crunch. Made with freshly mashed sweet potatoes seasoned with garlic, black pepper, and a hint of nutmeg, each croquette is coated in almond meal for a gluten-free-friendly crunch that perfectly complements their tender interior. These bite-sized delights are pan-fried to crispy perfection, making them an ideal appetizer, snack, or standout side dish. With just 30 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like sweet potatoes, eggs, and almond meal, this recipe is as easy as it is gourmet. Serve them warm and watch them disappear from the plate—a wonderful addition to any gathering or weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 cup almond meal
- 1 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into chunks.
Boil a pot of water and add the sweet potato chunks. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until tender.
Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and nutmeg.
Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
In a shallow dish, place the flour. In another dish, whisk together the eggs and water. In a third dish, place the almond meal.
Once the sweet potato mixture is cool enough to handle, form it into small balls, about the size of golf balls.
Roll each sweet potato ball first in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with the almond meal. Press the almond meal gently onto the croquettes to ensure it sticks.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
Carefully add the croquettes to the pan, cooking in batches if necessary. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.
Remove the croquettes from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Serve warm as an appetizer or a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 290.4 g | 372% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.3 g | 246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 135.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 438 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 2850 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.3 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.4 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 393 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 924 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
