Description
SEO-Optimized Description: Delight in these Sweet Potato, Kale, and Black Bean Patties – a kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, and nutrient-packed meal. Perfect for baby-led weaning, these healthy patties are simple to prepare and versatile, making them ideal for babies, toddlers, and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1 large sweet potato, cooked and mashed (1.5–2 cups)
- 1 cup kale, torn and washed
- 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Cook Sweet Potato:
- Instant Pot: Place sweet potato on a trivet with 1 cup of water. Cook on manual, high pressure for 16 minutes. Remove skin.
- Oven: Poke holes in sweet potato and bake at 425°F (218°C) for about 60 minutes. Remove skin.
- Microwave: Poke holes and microwave for 5 minutes or until tender. Remove skin.
- Steam Kale:
- Place kale in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam for 5 minutes. Squeeze out excess moisture after cooling.
- Prepare Mixture:
- Blend kale and sweet potato in a food processor until smooth.
- Combine mixture with egg, bread crumbs, black beans, and paprika in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly.
- Form Patties:
- Divide mixture into 8 portions and shape into patties.
- Cook Patties:
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Cook patties in batches, 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Cool on a rack before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water).
- Make patties gluten-free by using gluten-free bread crumbs.
- Baking alternative: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Baby Food
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
