Fried Mashed Potatoes

Crispy on the outside and irresistibly creamy on the inside, Fried Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food upgrade. This quick and easy recipe transforms leftover mashed potatoes into golden-brown patties packed with flavor. Blended with cheddar cheese, scallions, and a touch of seasoning, the patties are coated in breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch. Fried to perfection in just minutes, these patties make a versatile appetizer, snack, or side dish. Serve them warm with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat. Perfect for using up leftovers or adding a creative twist to your meal, these crispy mashed potato cakes are simply too good to resist!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Mashed potatoes
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Scallions (chopped)
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, flour, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped scallions, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are well incorporated and form a thick, sticky dough.

Step 2

Using clean hands or an ice cream scoop, take about 2 tablespoons of the mashed potato mixture and shape it into a small patty about 2-3 inches in diameter. Repeat with the remaining mixture until all patties are formed.

Step 3

Pour breadcrumbs onto a shallow plate or wide bowl. Dredge each potato patty in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to make sure the crumbs stick to all sides, and set aside on a tray.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 350°F or 175°C).

Step 5

Carefully add 3-4 patties to the skillet (do not overcrowd) and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to flip them gently to avoid breaking.

Step 6

Remove the fried patties from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining patties.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnished with additional scallions or a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1099.3 grams (1099.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2610

Total Fat 159.50g	204%
Saturated Fat 44.40g	222%
Polyunsaturated Fat 70.30g
Cholesterol 136mg	45%
Sodium 4813mg	209%
Total Carbohydrate 263.80g	96%
Dietary Fiber 14.90g	53%
Total Sugars 23.90g
Protein 51.80g	104%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 662mg	51%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 2580mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.2%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 39.1%