Crispy Mashed Potato Cakes are a great way to turn leftover mashed potatoes into a tasty and crunchy snack or side dish. These potato cakes have a soft inside and a crunchy outside, making them a great comfort food. You can enjoy them as a starter, side dish, or even for breakfast!
List of components.
2 cups of cold mashed potatoes (leftovers are ideal).
1 big egg
1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese (you can add it for more taste)
1/4 cup of chopped green onions or chives.
1/4 cup of regular flour or breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon of powdered garlic
Half a teaspoon of onion powder
Add salt and pepper according to your preference.
2 tablespoons of butter or vegetable oil for cooking.
Sour cream or ketchup (to serve with).
Extra ingredients you can choose to include:
Use half a cup of cooked bacon pieces to enhance the taste.
1 tablespoon of chopped parsley to add a fresh flavor.
Add ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese for more cheesiness.
Directions
Step 1: Make the Potato Cake Mix.
In a big bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, egg, cheddar cheese (if you have it), green onions, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well mixed together.
If the mixture is too wet or sticky, you can add more flour or breadcrumbs (1 tablespoon at a time) until it sticks together when formed into patties.
Step 2: Form the Potato Patties.
Separate the potato mix into 8-10 equal parts and form them into flat cakes that are around ½ inch thick. You can make them bigger or smaller according to what you like.
Step 3: Cook the potato cakes in a pan with oil.
Warm up butter or vegetable oil in a big frying pan on medium heat.
Once the butter is melted and hot, gently put the potato cakes in the pan, making sure they are not too close together.
Cook the cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy. Be cautious when turning them over to prevent them from breaking.
Step 4: Remove liquid and serve.
Once the potato cakes are crunchy and golden on both sides, place them on a plate with paper towels to remove extra oil.
Enjoy it hot with sour cream, ketchup, or the sauce you like best.
Cooking Tips
Mashed Potatoes that are not finished. Cold mashed potatoes are more effective because they stick together better. If your mashed potatoes are too watery, you can fix them by adding more flour or breadcrumbs to thicken them up.
Cheese: You can choose to add cheese, but it’s a good idea because it gives a delicious cheesy taste. You can try different kinds of cheese such as cheddar, Parmesan, or mozzarella.
Differences
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Add half a cup of cooked bacon pieces and one tablespoon of Parmesan cheese to the potatoes for a more delicious and cheesy taste.