Sweet Potato Fritters with Pear Coulis

Type of dish: Side Dish

1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and coarsely shredded
3 large eggs
1/4 cup chopped green onions
3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mace
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Pear Coulis:
2 chopped ripe pears
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1 Tablespoon finely chopped crystallized ginger

Wrap sweet potatoes in a clean dish towel; wring to remove excess moisture. In bowl, combine sweet potatoes with remaining fritter ingredients except oil; blend well.

Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Spoon heaping Tablespoonfuls of batter into skillet, flattening with back of spoon. Cook until golden on both sides, turning after about 4 minutes. Remove and place on paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining batter. Serve with pear coulis.

For pear coulis: Combine pears, raisins, marmalade and ginger in a bowl. Spoon over fritters or serve on the side.

Recipe courtesy of Gazy Brothers Farm