Sweet Potato Latkes

By chefjaci

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 4 green onions, sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Vegetable oil

Preparation

Step 1

1. Grate potatoes through large holes of a box grater. Stir together potatoes and flour. Stir in eggs and next 2 ingredients until blended.

2. Pour oil to depth of 1/2 inch into a large heavy skillet; heat to 350°.

3. Gently press 1 rounded tablespoonful potato mixture into a patty. Repeat procedure, making about 2 dozen. Fry, in batches, 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with Horseradish Cream Sauce and Spiced Thyme Applesauce, if desired.