Description
Crispy Sweet Potato Bites with Herbed Parmesan Butter are the perfect combination of golden crunch and creamy center. Coated in a parmesan-panko crust and finished with buttery sage, they’re a delightful appetizer or side dish for any occasion. These bites offer rustic charm and gourmet flavor in every poppable piece.
Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
12 fresh sage leaves
4 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
½ cup olive oil or neutral oil for frying
Instructions
1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
2. Boil in salted water for 5-7 minutes until just fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
3. Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with the panko-parmesan-salt-pepper mix.
4. Dredge each sweet potato cube in flour, then egg, then panko-parmesan coating.
5. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry cubes in batches until golden and crispy.
6. Transfer fried bites to a paper towel-lined plate.
7. In a small saucepan, melt butter with sage and thyme until butter is browned and sage is crispy.
8. Drizzle herbed butter over fried sweet potato bites.
9. Garnish with fried sage and extra parmesan. Serve warm.
Notes
Parboiling the sweet potatoes first ensures a soft interior without over-frying.
Press the panko-parmesan coating firmly to help it stick and crisp up well.
Don’t skip the herbed butter—it adds aromatic richness and restaurant-level flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 6-8 bites
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: sweet potato bites, crispy appetizer, parmesan, sage, herbed butter