Sweet Potato Pancakes With Halloumi & Chilli Jam
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Cook the sweet potatoes in a saucepan of lightly salted water until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain thoroughly, return to the pan and mash until smooth. Turn into a bowl and leave to cool slightly.
Beat the egg yolks and cinnamon into the mash. Whisk the egg whites in a thoroughly clean bowl until peaking. Stir a third into the mash to lighten it. Add the remainder and fold in using a large metal spoon.
Combine the chilli jam in a small bowl with 2 tbsp of water and pat the halloumi dry on kitchen paper then cut into 8 slices.
Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a frying pan. Add 4 large spoonfuls of the sweet potato mixture (about half) and flatten down slightly. Fry for about 2 minutes until firm enough on the undersides to be able to turn them with a fish slice. Cook for a further 1-2 minutes until just firm. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. Cook the remainder to make a total of 8 pancakes, adding a dash more oil to the pan if necessary.
Once the pancakes are cooked, add a little more oil to the pan and cook the halloumi for 1-2 minutes on each side until crisp and golden.
Place the pancakes on warmed serving plates and pile the halloumi on top. Place a handful of watercress over each and serve drizzled with the chilli jam.
Recipe and image courtesy of Waitrose & Partners
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