Bajan Sweet Potato Fritters
Sweet and slightly spiced fritters made from grated sweet potato, flour, and a blend of Bajan spices, fried until golden and crispy. A delightful sweet treat or breakfast item.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 medium Sweet potatoes(peeled and grated)
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 cup Milk(or as needed for batter consistency)
- for frying Vegetable oil
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, combine the grated sweet potato, flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- 2
Add milk gradually, mixing until a thick batter forms. The batter should hold its shape when spooned.
- 3
Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a skillet or pot over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
- 5
Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Squeeze out excess moisture from the grated sweet potato before mixing the batter for crispier fritters.
- ✓Do not make the batter too thin, or the fritters will absorb too much oil.
- ✓Fry at the correct temperature to ensure they cook through without burning.
🔄 Variations
- Add a pinch of ground ginger for an extra warm spice note.
- Serve with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.