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Kumara (Sweet Potato) Fritters with Avocado Crema recipe by Safe Plated

Kumara (Sweet Potato) Fritters with Avocado Crema

Crispy and savory kumara fritters, a Kiwi favorite, served with a creamy avocado topping. A delightful dairy-free and egg-free snack.

45m4 servings
Contains nutsDAIRY-freeEGG-free
280 cal|5g protein|35g carbs|14g fat|6g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Kumara (Sweet Potato), grated
  • 1/2 cup Gluten-Free Flour Blend
  • 2 tablespoons Tapioca Starch
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Plant-Based Milk (e.g., Almond)
  • 1 Avocado
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Plant-Based Sour Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine grated kumara, gluten-free flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2Gradually add plant-based milk until a thick batter forms.
  3. 3Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. 4Drop spoonfuls of the kumara mixture into the hot oil, flattening slightly to form fritters.
  5. 5Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. 6While fritters are cooking, prepare the avocado crema: in a food processor, blend avocado, lime juice, plant-based sour cream, and cilantro until smooth.
  7. 7Serve fritters hot, topped with avocado crema.

Substitutions

Egg → Tapioca Starch

Tapioca starch provides binding and helps hold the fritters together without eggs.

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