Sweet Potato Latkes

Sweet Potato Latkes are a vibrant, autumnal twist on the classic Jewish potato pancake, traditionally enjoyed during Hanukkah. They are savory-sweet patties made from grated sweet potatoes, onions, eggs, and a binder like flour or matzo meal, then pan-fried until golden and crispy. This variation brings a deeper, earthier sweetness and a striking orange hue to the holiday table.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

As a fried dish, sweet potato latkes are higher in carbohydrates and fat, with a moderate amount of protein from the eggs. They are an excellent source of Vitamin A (from beta-carotene), fiber, and potassium, with a rough ballpark of 200-300 calories per serving of two medium latkes.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	280 mg
Vitamin A	450 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	12 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg

Per 3 latkes (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish represents a delicious evolution of Ashkenazi Jewish cuisine, adapting a traditional recipe with a New World ingredient. Nutritionally, the sweet potato boosts the dish's antioxidant profile significantly compared to the classic white potato version, adding a nutritional upgrade to a beloved comfort food.