Recipe from The Real Jerk, courtesy of Arsenal Pulp Press.
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ingredients
4
cup water
¼
cup salt
1
lb(s) sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1
egg
¼
cup breadcrumbs
¼
tsp cinnamon
¼
Tbsp sugar
1
Tbsp sugar
1
Tbsp vegetable oil
1
cup vegetable oil (for frying)
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directions
Step 1
In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring water to boil.
Add salt and sweet potatoes, and cook for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
Step 2
Strain potatoes and cool, then mash, adding in egg, breadcrumbs, cinnamon, sugar, and vegetable oil.
Roll mixture into 2″ round balls.
Step 3
In medium saucepan over medium heat, fry balls in oil until lightly browned. Place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Step 4
To bake in the oven, preheat oven to 400°F. Place balls on greased baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.