Sweet Potato Fritters with Turkey Bacon and Green Onions
Sweet Potato Fritters with Turkey Bacon and Green Onions are a nutritious and delicious twist on traditional fritters. These savory bites offer a wonderful combination of flavors, making them perfect for any meal—whether as an appetizer, side dish, or even breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 fritters 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet potato (peeled and shredded)
- 1 large egg (whisked)
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese or shredded mozzarella
- 1/4 cup flour (or almond flour)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons cooked turkey bacon crumbles (optional)
- Oil for frying
- Salt, pepper, onion powder, oregano
Instructions
- Peel and shred the sweet potato using a grater or food processor. Rinse under cold water to remove excess starch.
- Squeeze out moisture from the shredded sweet potatoes using cheesecloth or paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix together the egg and green onions, then combine with the sweet potatoes. Add flour, seasonings, and optional turkey bacon; mix well.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Spoon the mixture into the skillet, shaping into fritters.
- Cook each fritter for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (45g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg