Description
Sweet potato pancakes blend Canadian maple syrup with rustic potato charm. North American breakfast traditions shine through crisp edges and delicate centers that invite warm morning celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g (7 oz) sweet potato puree
- 100 g (3.5 oz) flour
- 2 eggs
- 50 ml (1.7 fl oz) milk (or plant-based milk)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Mixing the Base: Vigorously blend sweet potato puree with eggs in a large bowl until achieving a silky, homogeneous texture, creating a vibrant orange-hued foundation for the pancakes.
- Crafting the Batter: Integrate milk into the mixture, then methodically incorporate flour, baking powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk thoroughly to develop a luxuriously smooth, well-seasoned batter with a hint of smokiness.
- Herb Infusion: Delicately fold in finely chopped herbs, ensuring an even distribution that will provide bursts of fresh flavor throughout each pancake.
- Cooking Method: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle to medium heat, lightly coating the surface with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking and promote a golden, crisp exterior.
- Pancake Formation: Carefully ladle small portions of batter onto the heated surface, creating perfectly round pancakes. Allow each pancake to cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles emerge and edges appear set.
- Flipping and Finishing: Deftly flip each pancake using a spatula, cooking the reverse side for an additional 1-2 minutes until achieving a rich, golden-brown color and ensuring complete doneness throughout.
- Serving Suggestion: Transfer the freshly cooked pancakes to a warm plate, presenting them immediately with an optional garnish of fresh herbs or accompanied by a complementary savory side for a delightful culinary experience.
Notes
- Control Moisture Levels: Sweet potato puree can vary in water content, so adjust flour quantity to maintain ideal pancake batter consistency, preventing overly dense or runny results.
- Optimize Herb Distribution: Finely chop herbs and fold gently to ensure even flavor throughout the pancake, preventing herb clumping and providing consistent taste in each bite.
- Monitor Skillet Temperature: Medium heat is crucial – too high causes burning, too low results in soggy pancakes; use a non-stick surface for even cooking and easy flipping.
- Dietary Adaptation Potential: Replace regular milk with plant-based alternatives like almond or oat milk for vegan version; use gluten-free flour for celiac-friendly option without compromising texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg