Description
Transform leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, golden bites that are perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
- 1 large egg (or a flax egg for a plant-based option)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Mix the mashed potatoes, flour, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- Form a tablespoon of the mixture into a ball and flatten into a patty. Repeat with remaining mixture.
- Coat each potato patty in the breadcrumbs for an even covering.
- Fry the bites in heated oil over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Drain the fried bites on a paper towel and sprinkle with salt.
Notes
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch or barbecue. Best enjoyed freshly fried.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, appetizer, vegetarian, fried snacks, comfort food