Servings
Font
Back
0 from 15 votes

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 Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6 patties
Calories: 232 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

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 Creme fraiche or sour cream for serving
  • finely sliced fresh chives for garnish

Instructions

    Cup of Yum
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Serve with a dollop of crème fraîche or sour cream and a sprinkling of chives.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1patty Calories 232kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 41mg (14%) Sodium 604mg (25%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6patties

Amount Per Serving

Calories 232

% Daily Value*

Serving 1patty
Calories 232kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 604mg 25%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.