Chili Garlic Sweet Potato Pancake Stacks (Print Version)
Spiced sweet potato pancakes layered with yogurt sauce for a vibrant, satisfying vegetarian main.
# Components:
→ Pancakes
01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 18 ounces), peeled and grated
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
04 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
05 - 1 small red chili, deseeded and finely chopped
06 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley
12 - 2–3 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
→ Yogurt Sauce
13 - 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
16 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley
17 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
18 - Sliced green onions
19 - Extra chili slices (optional)
20 - Fresh herbs
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine grated sweet potatoes, eggs, flour, minced garlic, chopped chili, sliced green onions, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake into the skillet, flattening slightly with a spatula. Cook each side for 3–4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches and add oil as needed.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to preference.
04 - Layer pancakes with a dollop of yogurt sauce between each, stacking 2–3 pancakes per serving. Arrange stacks on serving plates.
05 - Top stacks with sliced green onions, additional chili slices if preferred, and extra fresh herbs. Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Satisfying vegetarian main that's packed with flavor
- Customizable for different diets and spice levels
02 -
- Contains eggs and dairy (Greek yogurt)—use substitutions for vegan option
- Excellent freezer-friendly meal; reheat pancakes in skillet
03 -
- For extra heat, keep chili seeds or use a hotter pepper
- Freeze cooked pancakes and reheat for a quick meal