Garlic Mashed Potato Pancakes

Crispy, golden, and packed with irresistible flavor, Garlic Mashed Potato Pancakes are the ultimate way to elevate your leftovers into a gourmet treat. Blending creamy mashed potatoes with aromatic sautéed garlic, tangy parmesan cheese, and fresh green onions, these savory pancakes are lightly pan-fried to perfection. The result? A crisp exterior that gives way to a soft, flavorful center. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a versatile side dish, these potato pancakes are quick and easy to prepare in under 35 minutes. Top them with a dollop of sour cream for a tangy finish, and let their rich, garlicky goodness steal the spotlight at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups mashed potatoes
• 3 cloves garlic
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 3 stalks green onions
• 0.25 cups parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.5 cups sour cream (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the garlic. In a small skillet, sauté the minced garlic in 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, sautéed garlic, flour, egg, chopped green onions, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined. If the mixture feels too wet to handle, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it forms a pliable dough.

Step 3

Divide the potato mixture into 8 equal portions and gently shape them into round patties, about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 4

In a large nonstick skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and sizzling, add the potato pancakes in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 5

Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to press them down gently for even cooking.

Step 6

Once cooked, transfer the pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining pancakes, adding more oil to the skillet if necessary.

Step 7

Serve warm, optionally topped with a dollop of sour cream and garnished with extra chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	874.6 grams (874.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1682

Total Fat 106.10g	136%
Saturated Fat 47.10g	236%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.90g
Cholesterol 414mg	138%
Sodium 2554mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 145.40g	53%
Dietary Fiber 9.20g	33%
Total Sugars 16.00g
Protein 37.20g	74%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 559mg	43%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 2118mg	45%

*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: 56.7%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 34.5%