Spicy Sweet Potato Pancakes
Elevate your breakfast or brunch with these flavorful Spicy Sweet Potato Pancakes — a fusion of sweet and savory with a bold kick of spice that's utterly irresistible. Made with freshly grated sweet potatoes and seasoned with smoky paprika, garlic powder, and diced jalapeño, these golden pancakes are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. The addition of green onions and a sprinkle of optional red chili flakes provides a zesty contrast, making each bite pop with vibrant flavors. Quick and easy to prepare in just under 35 minutes, these pancakes are perfect for spicing up your mornings or as a satisfying side dish for dinner. Serve them hot, garnished with fresh green onions or a dollop of tangy sour cream for a finishing touch. Perfectly suited for SEO under "sweet potato recipes," "spicy pancakes," or "vegetarian comfort food," these pancakes are sure to become a crowd favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sweet potatoes (peeled and grated)
- 0.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons green onions (finely chopped)
- 1 small jalapeño (deseeded and finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
Peel and coarsely grate the sweet potatoes until you have about 2 cups. Place the grated sweet potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out any excess moisture.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated sweet potatoes, flour, eggs, finely chopped green onions, jalapeño, garlic powder, smoked paprika, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Scoop about 1/4 cup of the sweet potato mixture into the skillet for each pancake. Flatten gently into a round, even layer using a spatula.
Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more olive oil to the skillet as needed between batches.
Once cooked, transfer the pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to remove any excess oil.
Serve the Spicy Sweet Potato Pancakes warm. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped green onions or a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 65.3 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 1550 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.8 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 29.5 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1746 mg | 37% | |
*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.
