Sweet, smoky, and crisp, these sweet potato latkes are really hard to beat, especially topped with cashew sour cream and applesauce.
To celebrate the one-year anniversary of the release of my cookbook Paleo Planet, I’m sharing one of my favorite recipes from the book–smoky sweet potato latkes–plus a giant giveaway package. If you’re interested in winning a signed copy of the book, a box of grass-fed meat from ButcherBox, and paleo-friendly baking supplies from Rodelle, scroll down to the end of the post to enter. If you already have the book, you can give away the signed copy as a gift and keep the rest of the prizes for yourself.
(If you do have the book and especially if you’ve cooked from it, would you consider leaving a candid review on Amazon? They’re so helpful to me and to potential readers. Thank you so much!)
Paleo Planet is a collection of gluten-free, grain-free recipes inspired by cuisines from all around the world, including over 125 recipes (and over 80 that are Whole30 compliant–get the full list here!). All of the recipes are dairy free with the exception of ghee, which can be swapped out if you’re avoiding it.
The book includes a full chapter of sauces, spice blends, and pantry staples you can make at home, from za’atar to spiced ghee to almond milk, to ensure your paleo meals are extra delicious, along with three chapters of main dishes (poultry, beef, pork, & lamb, and seafood). These include paleo versions of well-known favorites like moussaka, pad see ew, and chiles rellenos plus dishes that may be new to you, like kaddo bourani, an irresistible Afghan pumpkin dish, and ají de gallina, a Peruvian chicken dish cooked with ají amarillo chile paste. The cookbook also includes a chapter for appetizers, soups, salads, and snacks, a chapter of vegetable sides, and of course a dessert chapter.
I’m so excited to be partnering with ButcherBox and Rodelle to bring you a prize package full of wholesome ingredients that you can use to make recipes from Paleo Planet as well as anything else you’re whipping up this season. Rodelle is providing their high-quality vanilla beans, vanilla extract, and baking cocoa, which can be used in a myriad of desserts from the book, from Black Forest Cake to Millionaire’s Shortbread to Mexican Brownies.
ButcherBox is providing a box of their 100% grass-fed meat, conveniently packaged in individual servings and shipped straight to your door on dry ice. Their meat is my go-to for all the carnivorous recipes in my book, from Milanesa to Australian Burgers to Honey Chipotle Short Ribs.
And don’t let me forget about these smoky sweet potato latkes! They’re a delicious twist on the classic potato latke, with just the right balance of sweet, salty, and smoky tastes. Even my fiancé, who’s decidedly sweet-potato averse, enjoys these.
There’s something about a crisp latke that’s really hard to turn down! While these are perfect for Hanukkah, they’re also just a great fall appetizer or side for any meal that needs a little extra something special. Also, they make a scrumptious breakfast with a crispy egg on top!
I’d love to hear about your favorite international dish and/or cuisine in the comments!
Smoky Sweet Potato Latkes
Sweet, smoky, and crisp, these sweet potato latkes are really hard to beat, especially topped with cashew sour cream and applesauce.
Ingredients
For the sweet potato latkes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds)
- 1 medium red onion
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon bittersweet smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more for serving
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon tapioca flour
- Ghee or avocado oil, for frying
- Cashew sour cream and/or applesauce, for serving
For the cashew sour cream:
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
To make the sweet potato latkes:
- Peel the sweet potatoes and onion, and grate them using a food processor or the large holes of a box grater. Wrap the grated vegetables in a kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as you can.
- Beat the eggs, paprika, salt, a few grinds of black pepper, and the cayenne in a large bowl. Add the grated sweet potato and onion and tapioca flour and mix well.
- Line a large plate with paper towels. Add enough ghee to a large skillet to coat the bottom of the pan, and heat over medium-high heat.
- Use a measuring spoon to scoop out heaping tablespoons of batter, flattening them into round pancakes with your hands and adding them to the skillet, making sure not to crowd the latkes. Fry until deep golden brown on the bottom, 3 to 4 minutes, then carefully flip and cook until well browned on the second side, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to the paper towel–lined plate.
- Add more ghee if the skillet looks dry, and fry the remaining latkes.
- Serve hot, sprinkled with flaky sea salt and topped with cashew sour cream if desired.
To make the cashew cream:
- Soak the cashews in very hot water for 15 minutes, then drain and rinse. Add the cashews to a blender along with the remaining ingredients and process until very smooth.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 4 latkesAmount Per Serving: Calories: 380Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 103mgSodium: 465mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 4gSugar: 12gProtein: 11g
The nutrition label provided is an estimate for informational purposes only and may not be accurate. I am not a nutritionist or medical professional.
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Kristin P. says
I love to try different cuisines but I really enjoy Indian good!
Becky says
Indian is one of my very favorites, too!
Arlene says
I love Latin American food the best. ♥ And these latkes look tasty!
Becky says
Yes! So good and so varied. And thanks!!
September Dee says
I love eating Italian food however I will eat almost any dessert and start with that! I have a weakness for anything yeasty like doughnuts and strudels,
Becky says
Yeasty desserts certainly do have something special about them!
Jen says
I love Mediterranean food, like Italian and Greek!
Becky says
Me too!!
robert shook says
I would have to say Mexican is my favorite too!
Becky says
Mexican food is getting lots of well-deserved love!
Debra Miller says
Sweet potatoe recipe anyway is my family’s favorite. We do love Mediteranean, especially loving olives dishes. Keep your great recipes coming!
Becky says
Thanks, Debra! I am trying really hard to like olives–what’s your favorite way to enjoy them?
Nan says
I love most every food, but lately Indian has been my favorite .. Thanks for the yummy recipes!
Becky says
Indian is a favorite of mine, too!
Holly Boland says
I love to try new foods, especially new Asian dishes. The cookbook looks amazing!
Becky says
Thank you so much, Holly!
Amber Mayhugh says
I’ve been slowly transitioning my family’s eating into a healthier lifestyle without noticing. I am sure this will be a hit!
Becky says
That’s awesome, Amber–good for you! Love the idea of a sneak-attack of healthy food.
Beth Mason says
I love sweet potatoes, so I know I would love the latkes. My fave cuisine is Mediterranean! Thanks.
Becky says
Mediterranean encompasses so many delicious dishes! 🙂
1stopmom says
I love to try new food! My favorite is roasted duck. I had it at Disney World years ago and it was delicious!
Becky says
Wow, didn’t know they had that at Disney! I do love Peking duck but haven’t tried it many other ways.
Toni says
Favorite cuisine to eat is Indian, favorite to cook is Mexican. Yum yum.
Becky says
Two of my favorites as well!
Natalie J Vandenberghe says
I love Thai food! actually, I haven’t tasted food I don’t like 😉 but, I’m not well-traveled, so there’s much I still need to experience.
Becky says
That’s great that you’ve liked everything! 🙂
BONNIE ELLIS says
I love all kinds of foods, but especially baked goods whose recipes originate in Germany.
Becky says
Love that you gave such a specific answer! I went to Germany years ago and really enjoyed the käsebrot.
Felice says
These look amazing. I love so many different cuisines, but my favorite is Thai.
Becky says
Thai is one of my very favorites, too!
Calshondra Williams says
My favorite cuisines would be Mexican, Soulfood, and Chinese.
Becky says
Those are all so scrumptious!
Dee Fedor says
Love everything Italian! These sweet potatoes look YUMMY!
Becky says
Lots of votes for Italian! 🙂
Nicole Boyd says
I think I could eat these every day, multiple times, forever!!!!!
Becky says
Me too, Nicole!!
Ruth McIver says
My favorite food/cuisine is Italian and I love everything on the menu at DiCostanza’s in Marcus Hook, PA. The best Italian Hoagies ever!! I love the taste of the tomatoes and sage
Becky says
Tomatoes and sage are a great combo!
Brittany Koelmel says
My favorite cuisine is Japanese! I love making traditional dishes:)
Becky says
So cool! I have a lot more to learn about Japanese cuisine but love what I’ve tried.
Kelly M. says
I grew up on authentic Tex-Mex, and I still think it doesn’t get any better!
Becky says
Yes, Tex-Mex is hard to beat! I lived in Houston for 4 years and miss it so much for that reason.
Jeffrey says
Well, I’d have to say my favorite cuisine is Italian. I love pizza especially, but also could not live without pasta!
Becky says
Italian is getting a lot of mentions! 🙂
Julie says
I like Italian cuisine. There are so many delicious cheesy dishes.
Becky says
Yes! Italian is delicious!
Manda Shank says
Love Indian food.
Becky says
Me too, Manda! Definitely one of my top 3.
karen r says
I love Mexican food – I could eat it every day
Becky says
You’re not alone, Karen!!
Jessica DeMay says
These look so good! I’d have to say my favorite cuisine is Mexican 🙂
Becky says
Thank you, Jessica! I love Mexican, too!
Brenda K says
I love Thai food-I have it on my birthday every year! These latkes look great. I’ll have to try them!
Becky says
Thanks, Brenda! I love Thai food, too. What a great birthday tradition!
Annamarie V says
My favorite food is Chinese, luckily I have the best paleo BBQ pork recipe that I make then I make cauliflower fried rice with it.
Becky says
Ooh, that sounds good! What recipe do you use?
Annamarie V says
It’s from the first Well Fed cookbook, I have used it so much the book is falling apart.
Mileni says
The latkes look delicious and will make them for the family, unfortunately, I cannot have eggs. That tamale pie has caught my eye OMGosh!! How is it that I don’t follow you??? I’m so glad I was tagged to follow.
Becky says
Thank you so much, Mileni–so glad to have you here! I’m not sure whether there is a good way to make latkes egg-free, but my book does have over 90 egg-free recipes in it, listed in an index in the back :).
Starla says
Those look so decadent and delicious.. I have never tried latkes before! I do,however, love anything with a good crisp! I would have to say my favorite cuisine is Italian!
Becky says
You have to try latkes! If you love crispy things, I know you’ll be a big fan.
Janie Penn says
… they’re so pretty & delicious looking!
Becky says
Thank you so much!
paige c says
I LOVE thai food!
Becky says
Me too!! I think my 3 favorites are probably Indian, Thai, and Caribbean/Central American.
stacey says
Those look SO yummy!
Becky says
Thank you, Stacey!
Vanessa says
Looks delicious! We love sweet potatoes in our house!
Becky says
Thanks, Vanessa! I am huge fan but have to trick my fiancé into eating them 😉
Emily W says
Cannot wait to try these with breakfast and for Hanukkah
Becky says
Thanks, Emily! Let me know what you think 🙂
celia husmann says
My favorite food is South Indian!
Becky says
Another vote for Indian cuisine! I love South Indian, too–I have a particular weakness for dosa.
Medha says
These latkes look awesome! I’m all about sweet potatoes in everything, and latkes are one of my favorite ways to eat potatoes 🙂
Becky says
Thank you, Medha! I’m all about the sweet potatoes, too 🙂
Nancy says
I like cuisine from Mexico.
Becky says
I love Mexican food, too! There are a bunch of Mexican recipes in Paleo Planet 🙂
Julia Mueller says
I absolutely love latkes and it’s been ages since I’ve made them! I’ll definitely need to try out your recipe. Awesome giveaway, m’dear!
Becky says
Thank you so much, Julia! Hope you love them as much as we do!
Batsheva Ribiat says
Those look and sound incredible!! I love the smoky aspect to them! So clever!
Becky says
Thank you so much, Batsheva!
Jennifer says
Those latkes look delicious- can’t wait to try them. As for international cuisine… I love Indian food!
Becky says
Thank you so much, Jennifer! I think Indian is my all-time favorite cuisine, too–just had it for dinner tonight :). There are lots of Indian recipes in the book!
Rebecca says
Delicious! I love latkes and how crispy they are. I’ve made potato ones and a mixed bath of potato and parsnip, and both were a hit. I love sweet potato so I have no doubt these will get my approval. Just wondering if the giveaway is open internationally?
Becky says
Thank you so much, Rebecca! Love the idea of parsnips in latkes and will have to try it. Unfortunately, we’re only able to ship to U.S. addresses for this giveaway–I’m sorry!
Get Inspired Everyday! says
I could eat these for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – no problem with those incredibly crispy edges (and the addition of smoked paprika is genius)!
Becky says
Thank you so much, Kari!