Description
Golden brown on the outside and filled with melted cheese, these crispy cheese-stuffed potato cakes are a comforting and savory treat, ideal as a snack, side dish, or breakfast.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mashed potatoes (cold and firm)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp chopped chives, plus more for garnish
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes with egg, flour, Parmesan, chopped chives, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Take a portion of the mixture and flatten it in your hand. Add a spoonful of shredded cheese to the center, then shape into a patty, enclosing the cheese.
- Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- Coat each patty in breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the potato cakes for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with extra chives. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use cold, firm mashed potatoes for best results.
- You can experiment with different cheeses for variation.
- Serve with sour cream or a dipping sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
