Savoury Sweet Potato Sticks

Submitted by Chef mariajane

"I found this recipe on the back of the Rice Krispies box. It sounded so declicious, another way to enjoy sweet potatoes!!"

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 3 medium sweet potatoes (1 1/2 lb)
• 3 cups Rice Krispies (crushed to 1 1/2 cups)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 egg whites
• 4 tablespoons water

directions

1. Wash sweet potatoes (or peel if desired). Cut lengthwise into 2-inch slices. Cut slices into 1/2 inch sticks.
2. In large plate or shallow pan, mix together crushed cereal and seasonings. Place flour on a second plate. In medium bowl, beat egg whites and water.
3. Coat potates with flour, shaking off excess. Next dip in egg mixture, then coat with cereal mixture. Place in a single layer on foil-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
4. Bake at 400F about 25 minutes or until lightly browned and tender when tested with a sharp knife. Serve hot with salsa or roasted garlic mayonnaise if desired,.