Ingredients
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For the Potato Balls:
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
- 1/4 cup green onions or chives, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
Prepare the Mixture
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine leftover mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form Balls: Scoop a spoonful of the potato mixture and roll it into a ball, about the size of a golf ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Coat the Balls
- Set Up Coating Station: Place the beaten eggs in one bowl and the breadcrumbs in another.
- Dip and Coat: Dip each potato ball into the beaten eggs, then roll it in the breadcrumbs until fully coated.
Fry the Potato Balls
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat until hot (about 350°F/175°C).
- Fry the Balls: Carefully add the potato balls to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain: Use a slotted spoon to remove the balls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Prep Time: 10 min.
- Cook Time: 20 min.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g