Crispy Sweet Potato Cakes with Feta Cream and Sriracha Honey

Description

These crispy sweet potato cakes are golden on the outside, soft and flavorful inside, and topped with a creamy whipped feta sauce and a spicy-sweet sriracha honey drizzle. They make an incredible appetizer, light lunch, or savory side dish with the perfect balance of sweet, salty, creamy, and spicy flavors.

Ingredients

For the Sweet Potato Cakes

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and grated
• 1 small onion, finely grated
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup grated parmesan
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• Olive oil for frying

For the Feta Cream

• 4 oz feta cheese
• ¼ cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp cream cheese
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Sriracha Honey

• 2 tbsp honey
• 1–2 tsp sriracha
• 1 tsp lime juice

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
   Grate the sweet potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
2. Make the Mixture
   In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes, onion, garlic, eggs, breadcrumbs, parmesan, paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley.
3. Shape the Cakes
   Form mixture into small patties.
4. Cook Until Crispy
   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry cakes for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
5. Make the Feta Cream
   Blend feta, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth and creamy.
6. Prepare the Sriracha Honey
   Stir together honey, sriracha, and lime juice.
7. Assemble
   Spread feta cream onto a plate, top with crispy sweet potato cakes, and drizzle generously with sriracha honey.
8. Serve
   Garnish with herbs, chili flakes, or crushed pistachios if desired.

Q&A

Can I bake these instead of frying?

Yes. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for about 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Can I make them ahead?

Yes. Shape the patties and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before cooking.

What can I serve with them?

They pair well with salads, grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or poached eggs.

Can I make them gluten-free?

Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or oat flour instead of regular breadcrumbs.

How spicy is the sriracha honey?

It’s mildly spicy. Add more or less sriracha depending on your preference.