Sweet Potato, Feta and Pea Croquettes
For immediate muscle recovery eat these Sweet Potato Croquettes.
- 1 Large sweet potato
- 150g Feta cheese
- 1 Small tin peas, drained
- 2 Eggs
- 2 Tablespoons plain flour
- 4 Tablespoons natural breadcrumbs
MOTD Kickabout Dish Up - Sweet Potato, Feta and Pea Croquettes
Good source of carbohydrates to replenish the energy used during a match
The protein in the feta will help repair muscles
Step 1
Heat the oven to 200C.
Step 2
Prick the potato with a fork and place on a baking tray.
Step 3
Cook in the oven for 45 minutes until soft.
Step 4
Let the potato cool and then squeeze the potato from its skin into a mixing bowl.
Step 5
Add a pinch of salt and pepper and mash the potato.
Step 6
Stir in the yolk of one egg and add the feta and peas.
Step 7
In a separate bowl, whisk the other egg.
Step 8
Shape the mixture into oblongs of around 5cm in length.
Step 9
Dip them in the flour, then the egg mixture, then the breadcrumbs.
Step 10
Place on a baking tray and cook for 20 minutes or until golden.
Top Tip
Herbs are a great way to add flavour so if you have any at home, such as parsley, dill or chives, you can add them to the mash potato mixture.