Spicy Bourbon Sweet Potato Fritters

Crispy, spicy, and savory sweet potato fritters infused with bourbon and perfect for snacking, originating from the American South.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 cups Large sweet potatoes
• 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tsp Cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp Baking powder
• 1/4 tsp Baking soda
• 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 large Eggs
• 1 tbsp Bourbon whiskey
• 1 cups Milk
• 1/2 cup Vegetable oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat the oil to 350°F in a deep frying pan.

2. 2

   Step 2: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, then blend in a food processor until they are partially mashed.

3. 3

   Step 3: In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

4. 4

   Step 4: Add the mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, bourbon, milk, and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients.

5. 5

   Step 5: Mix the batter until it is smooth and there are no lumps.

6. 6

   Step 6: Using a spoon, drop small balls of the batter into the hot oil.

7. 7

   Step 7: Cook the fritters until they are golden brown and crispy.

8. 8

   Step 8: Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels.

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   Step 9: Dust the fritters with powdered sugar and serve immediately.

💡 Pro Tips

Don't overcrowd the frying pan, use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the right temperature, and don't skip the powdered sugar at the end.

📊 Nutrition per Serving