Crab and Sweet Potato Cakes

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Old bay seasoning (1 teaspoon)
• Dijon mustard (1 tablespoon)
• Mayonnaise (2 tablespoons)
• Breadcrumbs (1/2 cup)
• Egg (1)
• Green onions (2, finely chopped)
• Crab meat (1 cup, cooked and shredded)
• Sweet potatoes (2 medium, peeled and grated)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the grated sweet potatoes, crab meat, green onions, egg, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
2. Form the mixture into patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook the sweet potato cakes for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
5. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
6. Serve the crab and sweet potato cakes hot, with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of lemon juice.