Smashed Sweet Potato Cakes with Whipped Feta

Smashed Sweet Potato Cakes with Whipped Feta & Chipotle Hot Honey

Description

Ingredients

For Sweet Potato Cakes:

• 2 large sweet potatoes

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• 2 tbsp cornstarch (for crispiness)

For Whipped Feta:

• 1 cup feta cheese

• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1 small garlic clove

For Chipotle Hot Honey:

• ¼ cup honey

• 1–2 tsp chipotle chili paste (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Prepare Sweet Potatoes

• Boil or roast sweet potatoes until fork-tender.

• Let cool slightly, then peel and mash.

2. Make the Cakes

• Mix mashed sweet potatoes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cornstarch.

• Form into small patties.

3. Cook Until Crispy

• Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

• Cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

4. Make Whipped Feta

• Blend feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic until smooth and creamy.

5. Make Chipotle Hot Honey

• Warm honey slightly, then stir in chipotle paste, vinegar, and salt.

6. Assemble

• Spread whipped feta on a plate.

• Place sweet potato cakes on top.

• Drizzle generously with chipotle hot honey.

Serving Tips

• Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro

• Add toasted sesame seeds or crushed nuts for texture

• Serve with a fresh salad or grilled chicken

Q&A

Q1: Can I bake instead of fry?

Q2: How do I make it extra crispy?

Q3: Can I make it ahead?

Q4: What can I use instead of chipotle?

Q5: Is this dish vegetarian?