Quinoa Sweet Potato and Yam Latkes by Dr. Aaron Wong

Here is my fun hearty twist on a classic latka. It’s egg free, dairy free, and gluten free. For me this satisfies a craving for a warm savory comfort food during the winter months. It also goes fabulously well with a side of applesauce too! This works well paired with some fresh herbs and/or veggies that are still growing in the garden, such as kale, fennel and collards , if you are living in a climate like Vancouver. 

Ingredients: 

• 2 grated medium size sweet potatoes or yams
• ½ cup quinoa cooked
• 1 tbsp flour of choice (we used quinoa)
• 2 tbsp oil of choice (olive, avocado, grapeseed, coconut)
• 2 pinches of salt to taste
• Sprinkle of black pepper
• Optional collard or kale ribbons

Mix and mold into pancake size pieces and pan fry for 5 mins on each side on medium heat