Spicy Sweet Potato Tempeh Fritters
• Baking replaces frying while still giving a crisp exterior if you don’t skip the oil brushing step. • Steaming the sweet potato instead of boiling helps prevent excess moisture in the mixture. • These are flexible: add shredded carrots or zucchini for extra veg content. • Best texture happens after they cool slightly and set. • Pair with tahini, yogurt sauce, or chili-lime dipping sauce for balance. Health Benefits: Sweet potatoes provide beta-carotene, fiber, and complex carbohydrates that support eye health and steady energy. Tempeh contributes plant-based protein, probiotics from fermentation, and iron that support muscle and metabolic health. Spices like cumin, chili, and paprika add antioxidant compounds while enhancing flavor without added sugar or excess fat. Baking instead of frying reduces overall oil intake while still delivering a satisfying, nutrient-dense plant-based fritter.
1 steps, about 60 minutes
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01Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Steam or boil sweet potato until fork-tender, then drain well. 3. In a bowl, lightly mash the sweet potato, leaving some texture. 4. Crumble tempeh into a skillet and sauté with a small splash of oil for 5–7 minutes until lightly browned. 5. Add cooked tempeh to the sweet potato along with oats, chickpea flour, green onions, cilantro, spices, soy sauce, and lime juice. 6. Mix thoroughly until a sticky dough forms, adding a little water if too dry. 7. Form mixture into small patties or fritters. 8. Place on the baking sheet and lightly brush or spray with oil. 9. Bake for 18–22 minutes, flip carefully, then bake another 12–15 minutes until golden and firm. 10. Optional: broil for 1–2 minutes for extra crisp edges. 11. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to firm up.
• Baking replaces frying while still giving a crisp exterior if you don’t skip the oil brushing step. • Steaming the sweet potato instead of boiling helps prevent excess moisture in the mixture. • These are flexible: add shredded carrots or zucchini for extra veg content. • Best texture happens after they cool slightly and set. • Pair with tahini, yogurt sauce, or chili-lime dipping sauce for balance. Health Benefits: Sweet potatoes provide beta-carotene, fiber, and complex carbohydrates that support eye health and steady energy. Tempeh contributes plant-based protein, probiotics from fermentation, and iron that support muscle and metabolic health. Spices like cumin, chili, and paprika add antioxidant compounds while enhancing flavor without added sugar or excess fat. Baking instead of frying reduces overall oil intake while still delivering a satisfying, nutrient-dense plant-based fritter.
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