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Fried Mashed Potato Cakes

Fried Mashed Potato Cakes That Bring Comfort and Flavor

Transform leftover mashed potatoes into delicious Fried Mashed Potato Cakes, a comforting snack perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 2 cups cold leftover mashed potatoes
  • 1 large egg acts as a binder
  • 1/2 cup grated yellow onion or substitute with scallions
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper for seasoning
For Frying
  • 1/2 cup canola oil for frying

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Frying Pan

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 blend them until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the grated yellow onion, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix carefully to not overwork the batter.
  3. Heat about ½ inch of canola oil in a large frying pan to 350°F.
  4. Scoop approximately ½ cup of the potato mixture and shape it into a patty. Drop it into the hot oil.
  5. Fry each patty for 2.5 to 3 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
  6. Transfer the patties to a cooling rack lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  7. Serve immediately, pairing them with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use cold mashed potatoes and ensure the oil temperature is at 350°F to avoid greasy patties.

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