Description
Crispy, savory sweet potato fritters topped with creamy whipped ricotta, a drizzle of honey, and crunchy pistachios. Perfect appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- Vegetable oil for frying
- For the whipped ricotta:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- For serving:
- Honey for drizzling
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- Flaky sea salt
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the fritters: In a large bowl, combine grated sweet potatoes, flour, cornstarch, beaten eggs, salt, pepper, and chives. Mix well until evenly coated.
- 2. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the oil, flattening slightly. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- 3. Make the whipped ricotta: In a food processor, combine ricotta, honey, vanilla, and salt. Process until smooth and creamy.
- 4. To serve: Spread a dollop of whipped ricotta on each fritter. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with chopped pistachios and flaky sea salt.
Notes
You can bake the fritters at 400°F for 15-20 minutes for a lighter version. The whipped ricotta can be made ahead and refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 8g