Savory Sweet Potato Pancakes with Spiced Apple Chutney and Crispy Sage

Ingredients

• •2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and grated
• •1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• •2 large eggs
• •1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
• •1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• •1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• •1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• •Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• •2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
• •2 medium apples, peeled and diced (for chutney)
• •1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (for chutney)
• •2 tablespoons honey (for chutney)
• •1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (for chutney)
• •1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (for chutney)
• •1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for chutney)
• •6-8 fresh sage leaves
• •1 tablespoon butter (for sage)

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and grate the sweet potatoes, then place them in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Add the all-purpose flour, eggs, chopped scallions, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, smoked paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined to form a cohesive batter.

3. 3

   Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Scoop about 1/4 cup of the batter for each pancake and drop it into the skillet. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.

4. 4

   Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.

5. 5

   To make the spiced apple chutney, combine the peeled and diced apples, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated ginger, ground cloves, and ground cinnamon in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples break down and the mixture thickens, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

6. 6

   For the crispy sage, heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the sage leaves and fry for 1-2 minutes, or until crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   Assemble the dish by placing the sweet potato pancakes on a serving plate. Top with a generous spoonful of spiced apple chutney and garnish with crispy sage leaves. Optionally, drizzle with the sage-infused butter for extra flavor.

8. 8

   Serve warm as a standalone dish, or pair with yogurt or a fried egg for added texture and flavor.