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These crispy mashed potato patties come together in minutes and deliver a golden outside with a tender inside. The recipe uses pantry basics and one bowl mixing so cleanup is fast. It works with leftover mashed potatoes or freshly made ones when you need a quick side or snack. Perfect for busy weeknights or a last minute appetizer.
Crispy Mashed Potato Patties
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these mashed potato patties are a quick and easy side or snack.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, cheese, green onions, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small patties.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Remove from the pan and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm.
Notes
Use cold leftover mashed potatoes for better texture. If the mix is sticky, add flour one tablespoon at a time. For extra crispness, lightly dust patties with flour before frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg