Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsTimothy's of NewarkSweet Potato Tots Recipe

Sweet Potato Tots Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Breading and Binding

For Frying

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

    Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into small chunks. Place them in a pot of boiling water and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until they are fork-tender. Drain and allow to cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Mashing the Sweet Potatoes

    In a large bowl, mash the cooked sweet potatoes with a fork or potato masher until smooth.

  3. 3

    Chop Green Onions

    Finely chop the green onions and add them to the mashed sweet potatoes.

Mixing Ingredients

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, egg, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper to the bowl with the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until everything is well combined and a dough forms.

Forming Tots

  1. 5

    Shape the Tots

    Using your hands, take small amounts of the mixture and form them into small, tot-shaped pieces. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Frying

  1. 6

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  2. 7

    Fry the Tots

    Carefully add the sweet potato tots to the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve the Tots

    Serve the sweet potato tots warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

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