French Quarter Sweet Potato Cake #SP5

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

French Quarter Sweet Potato Cake #SP5 recipe with a hint of spice and seafood

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 tablespoons salted butter
	1 bag Simply Potatoes Mashed Sweet Potatoes
	1 lb tail-on medium raw shrimp
	1 package andouille sausages
	2 medium green tomatoes or 2 medium tomatillos , if green tomatoes are not available

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

280

Sugar

Fat

French Quarter Sweet Potato Cake #SP5 celebrates the blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors that define the cuisine of New Orleans. This cake is a unique twist on traditional sweet potato dishes, featuring a savory blend of seafood and Creole-inspired spices. The creamy mashed sweet potatoes form the base of this dish and are studded with sliced Andouille sausages and plump, juicy shrimp. Thin slices of green tomatoes or tomatillos add tangy flavor and visual appeal to this cake. Serve this dish with a side of greens or a salad for a complete meal that will transport you straight to the heart of the French Quarter.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Grease a heavy 9-inch baking pan with the salted butter.
3.	Spread the Simply Potatoes Mashed Sweet Potatoes evenly into the bottom of the pan.
4.	Slice the Andouille sausages into small pieces and arrange them in a circular pattern over the sweet potatoes.
5.	Rinse and dry the raw shrimp, then place them on top of the sausages.
6.	Thinly slice the green tomatoes (or tomatillos) and place them on top of the shrimp, in a decorative pattern if you prefer.
7.	Bake the cake for 50-60 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the sweet potatoes are golden brown. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before serving.

PROS

This cake is packed with protein and nutrients, thanks to the shrimp and sweet potatoes.

The flavors of the Andouille sausage and green tomatoes add depth and spice to this dish.

CONS

This dish may be too spicy for those who cannot tolerate heat.

The preparation time and ingredient list may be slightly overwhelming for novice cooks.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, including beta-carotene and vitamin C. They have immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties, and are believed to help regulate blood sugar levels. Shrimp is a low-fat source of protein, and contains selenium, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health and heart health. Andouille sausage is high in protein and iron, but also high in calories, sodium, and saturated fat. Green tomatoes and tomatillos are low in calories and high in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.