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Fried Mashed Potato Cakes

Crispy Fried Mashed Potato Cakes for Perfect Comfort Food Bliss

Fried Mashed Potato Cakes are crown jewels of comfort food, easy to make and delightful in flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 2 cups cold leftover mashed potatoes Use basic mashed potatoes for best results.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 medium grated yellow onion Shallots or green onions work well.
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper For gentle spice.
  • 1/2 cup canola oil Ideal for frying.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine your cold leftover mashed potatoes with one large egg. Use a fork to mix them together thoroughly for about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gently fold in the grated yellow onion, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and black pepper into the potato mixture. Aim for a cohesive mixture that holds together well.
  3. In a large skillet, heat approximately ½ inch of canola oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
  4. Scoop out a scant ½ cup of the potato mixture and carefully drop it into the hot oil. Flatten each scoop to form a patty shape.
  5. Fry each patty for 2.5 to 3 minutes, until they are golden-brown on one side.
  6. Carefully flip each patty and fry the other side for an additional 2 to 2.5 minutes until golden and firm to touch.
  7. Transfer the patties to a cooling rack over paper towels to drain excess oil, then let them cool for a minute.
  8. Serve your Fried Mashed Potato Cakes warm, optionally with eggs or as a side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure leftover mashed potatoes are cold for best results and avoid overmixing to maintain a fluffy texture.

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