Description
Deliciously crispy fried mashed potato bites with a creamy interior, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or leftover)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg (for binding)
- 1/2 cup flour (for coating)
- Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare mashed potatoes to a creamy consistency; season to taste.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then stir in any desired cheese or ingredients.
- Shape the cooled mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Set up a breading station: one bowl with flour, one with beaten eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs.
- Roll each potato ball in flour, dip into the egg, and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat; the oil should reach approximately 350°F (175°C) for optimal frying.
- Fry the bites in batches, turning occasionally until all sides are golden brown, approximately 3–4 minutes per batch.
- Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.
Notes
Best served hot with a variety of dips. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, appetizers, fried food, comfort food, party bites