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Potato Patties

Crispy Potato Patties: The Ultimate Comfort Food Upgrade

Crispy Potato Patties are a delicious way to transform leftovers into a comforting dish, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 2 cups Cold, leftover mashed potatoes Ensure potatoes are cold for the best texture.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup Grated yellow onion Sub with red onion for a sweeter touch.
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Can use gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt Adjust based on preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Add to taste.
  • ½ cup Canola oil For frying.
Optional Additions
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For extra flavor.
  • ¼ cup Fresh herbs Like parsley or dill.
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese For cheesy patties.

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Thermometer

Method
 

Steps to Make Potato Patties
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add cold, leftover mashed potatoes and one large egg. Combine thoroughly using a fork.
  2. Gently fold in grated yellow onion, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and black pepper with the fork.
  3. Heat about ½ inch of canola oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
  4. Scoop scant ½ cups of the potato mixture and shape into patties. Carefully drop into hot oil.
  5. Fry the patties for 2.5 to 3 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for 2 to 2.5 minutes on the other side.
  6. Transfer fried patties to a cooling rack set over paper towels to drain excess oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pattieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use cold leftover mashed potatoes for the best texture. Adjust flour if mixture is too wet or dry.

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