Spicy Sweet Potato Poppers #sp5

Total Time: 1 hr 4 mins Preparation Time: 1 hr Cook Time: 4 mins

Ingredients

• 1 (24 ounce) package simply potatoes mashed sweet potatoes
• 6 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 1/2 cups italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs
• 4 cups canola oil, for frying

Recipe

• 1 in a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes and pepper jack cheese. mix well.
• 2 using wet hands, form into popper shape, like small footballs about 1.5 inches long. wet hands often to reduce sticking.
• 3 dip poppers into beaten eggs, then roll in panko bread crumbs to coat. place coated poppers on a large plate.
• 4 place poppers into the fridge to chill for 30 minutes.
• 5 heat oil in a deep, heavy pot over medium-high heat to 350 degrees f. carefully drop poppers into the hot oil. fry in batches until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
• 6 remove with a slotted spoon, and drain on paper towels. stick a toothpick into each popper and serve hot.