Chipotle Sweet Potato Latkes with a Kick
Spice up your traditional latkes with a smoky chipotle twist. These sweet potato latkes are the perfect balance of heat and flavor!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Frying pan
- Paper towels
- Plate
Ingredients
- 350 g large-size sweet potato shredded
- 160 g diced yellow or white onion
- 170 g plain nondairy yogurt
- 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce diced
- 15 ml adobo sauce from the can
- 120 g matzo meal
- 80 g currants or raisins
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Canola or vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded sweet potato, onion, yogurt, diced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, matzo meal, currants, salt, and pepper.
- Mash everything together using your hands until fully incorporated.
- Preheat a frying pan with enough oil to make a ¼ inch (6 mm) layer.
- Form the mixture into patties, about 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter and ½ inch (1.
- 3 cm) thick.
- Fry the latkes for 3–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer cooked latkes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair with a light and crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a refreshing iced tea for a perfect balance of heat.Nutrition values
Calories: 120 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 2 g | Sugar: 7 g