Sweet Potato Croquettes with Burrata Dip & Pistachio Crunch
Crispy golden sweet-potato croquettes with a creamy, lightly herbed center, served alongside a luscious burrata yogurt dip and finished with a crunchy pistachio–lemon topping. Sweet, savory, creamy, and crunchy in every bite — a true Mediterranean winter treat.
Prep: 25 minutes
Chill: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: ~55 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Croquettes
2 large sweet potatoes (about 500 g), boiled or roasted, mashed
½ cup grated parmesan or pecorino
¼ cup crumbled feta
1 egg
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp chopped parsley
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp nutmeg
Salt & black pepper, to taste
For coating
½ cup flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
Burrata Dip
1 large burrata ball
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Pinch of salt
Black pepper
Pistachio Crunch
¼ cup roasted pistachios, finely chopped
Zest of ½ lemon
1 tsp olive oil
Pinch of flaky salt
Instructions
1. Make the Croquette Mixture
In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes, parmesan, feta, egg, garlic, olive oil, parsley, oregano, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Chill mixture for 15 minutes to make shaping easier.
2. Shape & Coat
Roll mixture into small cylinders or balls.
Coat each croquette in flour → egg → breadcrumbs.
Place on a tray and chill again if time allows (extra crisp).
3. Cook
Pan-fry (best texture):
Fry in shallow olive oil over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
OR bake (lighter):
Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–22 minutes, turning once.
OR air-fry:
Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 10–12 minutes.
4. Make the Burrata Dip
Tear burrata into pieces.
Blend or mash with Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy but slightly textured.
5. Pistachio Crunch
Mix chopped pistachios, lemon zest, olive oil, and flaky salt.
To Serve
Spoon burrata dip onto a plate
Arrange hot croquettes on top or alongside
Sprinkle generously with pistachio crunch
Finish with olive oil drizzle and herbs
Chef Tips
Roast sweet potatoes instead of boiling for deeper flavor.
Add a little honey to the burrata dip for sweet-savory contrast.
These croquettes freeze beautifully (before frying).
Swap pistachios for walnuts or almonds if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these vegetarian?
Yes — they already are.
Can I make them vegan?
Use vegan cheese, plant yogurt, and flax egg.
Best for parties?
Absolutely — make mini croquettes for mezze platters.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320
Protein: 11 g
Carbs: 32 g
Fat: 17 g