Shrimp and Sweet Potato Cakes with Chayote Slaw and Chipotle Sauce

Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Shrimp and Sweet Potato Cakes with Chayote Slaw and Chipotle Sauce
45 min.
6
242kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests with a delightful and unique dish, look no further than these Shrimp and Sweet Potato Cakes with Chayote Slaw and Chipotle Sauce. This dairy-free recipe combines the rich flavors of tender sweet potatoes and succulent shrimp, creating a delectable starter or side dish that's perfect for any occasion. With a delicious blend of spices, fresh herbs, and vibrant vegetables, each bite is a burst of flavor that will keep everyone coming back for more.

Not only are these cakes satisfying and delicious, but they're also surprisingly easy to prepare, taking less than an hour from start to finish. The crispy panko coating gives a delightful crunch, while the creamy chipotle sauce adds a smoky kick that beautifully complements the sweetness of the potatoes and the freshness of the cilantro. Accompanying the cakes is a refreshing chayote slaw that brings a crisp texture and an enticing flavor balance.

This dish is perfect for various occasions—whether you're hosting a casual gathering, looking for a tasty snack, or yearning for a light meal, these shrimp and sweet potato cakes are sure to become a favorite. Gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Experience the delightful fusion of flavors, and let each bite transport you to a culinary paradise!

Ingredients

  • servings flour 
  • servings chayote squashes 
  • 0.7 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • large garlic clove unpeeled
  • 0.7 cup panko bread crumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • tablespoons poblano pepper finely chopped
  • tablespoons onion red finely chopped
  • pound sweet potatoes and into 
  • ounces shrimp cooked peeled coarsely chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons suya seasoning mix 
  • servings tartar sauce 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Pierce potatoes all over with fork.
  2. Place on baking sheet. Toss garlic with 1 tablespoon oil in small bowl. Enclose garlic in foil; place on baking sheet with potatoes.
  3. Bake until potatoes and garlic are tender, about 30 minutes for garlic and 1 hour 15 minutes for potatoes. Cool garlic and potatoes slightly.
  4. Remove peel from garlic.
  5. Remove skins from potatoes.
  6. Combine potatoes and garlic in bowl. Mash until smooth.
  7. Add shrimp, cilantro, panko, chili, onion and 1 1/2 teaspoons Latin Spice
  8. Mix. Stir to blend well. Season with salt. Form mixture into six 3-inch-diameter patties.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat cakes in flour.
  10. Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook cakes in batches until brown, adding more oil if necessary, about 2 minutes per side.
  11. Place on baking sheet.
  12. Bake until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  13. Spoon Chayote Slaw in center of plates.
  14. Place 1 cake on each plate. Spoon Chipotle Tartar Sauce atop cakes; serve.
  15. *Available in Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets.
  16. **A fresh green chili, often called a pasilla, available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories242kcal
Protein17.66%
Fat36.67%
Carbs45.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.5
Glycemic Load
11.93
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
13.993913054466%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Isorhamnetin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:241.83kcal
12.09%
Fat:9.97g
15.34%
Saturated Fat:1.58g
9.9%
Carbohydrates:27.94g
9.31%
Net Carbohydrates:24.42g
8.88%
Sugar:3.95g
4.39%
Cholesterol:60.93mg
20.31%
Sodium:143.89mg
6.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.81g
21.61%
Vitamin A:10879.48IU
217.59%
Vitamin K:32.49µg
30.94%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.67%
Copper:0.31mg
15.62%
Phosphorus:143.2mg
14.32%
Fiber:3.52g
14.07%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.89%
Potassium:420.68mg
12.02%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.09%
Magnesium:41.76mg
10.44%
Iron:1.87mg
10.4%
Folate:35.18µg
8.8%
Calcium:86.19mg
8.62%
Vitamin E:1.25mg
8.33%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.29%
Selenium:5.06µg
7.23%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.18%
Vitamin B3:1.42mg
7.11%
Vitamin C:5.79mg
7.01%
Zinc:0.97mg
6.44%
Source:Epicurious