Gingered Sweet Potato Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 medium potato, peeled and shredded
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3 teaspoons canola oil, divided

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; toss to mix well. In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, heat 1 teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into skillet; press lightly to flatten. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining oil and batter.