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Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated sweet potato (not yam)
  • 1 cup grated zucchini ( skin too)
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onion including white ends
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg beaten
  • Refined (expeller pressed) coconut oil
  • Directions:

Method

  • Combine grated sweet potato, grated zucchini, green onion and seasonings. Let stand in refrigerator for 15-20 minutes allowing the juices to release.
  • Squeeze as much juice as possible by hand from the mix before adding the egg.
  • **Preheat frying pan with 1-2 tbsp of coconut oil on medium heat until hot ( near smoking). There should be enough to coat the bottom of the pan.
  • Form mix into small patties in your hands before placing in frying pan. Flatten again with spatula to make them an even surface.
  • Cook for approx. 10 minutes until golden brown before flipping to brown the other side. Continue cooking until that side is browned too. ( add more oil if necessary.
  • You will know when they are cooked when they seem to become firm on the outside and lift easily.
  • Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to remove any excess oil before serving.
  • Makes 6-8 Latkes depending on size