Fried Potato Cakes

Golden, crispy, and tender on the inside, these Fried Potato Cakes are the perfect comfort food that delivers big on flavor with minimal effort. Made from velvety mashed russet potatoes mixed with butter, flour, and an egg for structure, these savory cakes are elevated by the addition of finely chopped green onions and a hint of garlic powder. Pan-fried to a beautiful golden-brown finish, they make a versatile dish that can be served as a side for dinner, a snack, or an irresistible appetizer. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes or crafting an easy crowd-pleaser from scratch. Serve them piping hot, garnished with fresh green onions for a touch of color and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 large Egg
• 2 stalks Green onions (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks.

Step 2

Place the potatoes into a large pot, cover them with water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 10-12 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and mash them in a large bowl until smooth. Allow them to cool slightly.

Step 4

Stir in the unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, egg, finely chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a cohesive mixture forms.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 6

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking.

Step 7

Add the potato cakes to the skillet in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Cook the potato cakes for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked potato cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve hot as a side dish, snack, or appetizer, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1172.5 grams (1172.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2322

Total Fat 150.40g	193%
Saturated Fat 33.00g	165%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 282mg	94%
Sodium 2606mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 226.30g	82%
Dietary Fiber 17.80g	64%
Total Sugars 11.30g
Protein 37.10g	74%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 203mg	16%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 5273mg	112%

*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: 56.2%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 37.6%