Golden Potato Cakes
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Golden Potato Cakes are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any meal of the day. Made with simple ingredients like russet potatoes, fresh parsley, and green onions, these flavorful patties are lightly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper for a delicious burst of savory goodness. The key to their irresistible golden crust lies in squeezing out excess moisture from the grated potatoes, ensuring the perfect crispiness with every bite. Quickly pan-fried to perfection, these potato cakes are not only easy to prepare in under 40 minutes but also incredibly versatile—serve them hot with sour cream, applesauce, or your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, side dish, or snack. Perfect for home cooks seeking a foolproof recipe for crispy potato patties, this dish will quickly become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 3 stalks, finely chopped green onions
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 tablespoons (for frying) vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
1. Peel the russet potatoes and grate them using the large holes of a box grater. Transfer the grated potatoes to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This step is crucial for ensuring crispy potato cakes.
Step 2
2. Place the drained potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped parsley, green onions, egg, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix everything together thoroughly until well combined.
Step 3
3. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a round, flat patty about 1/2 inch thick.
Step 4
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering but not smoking, carefully place 3-4 potato cakes in the pan, ensuring they do not touch each other.
Step 5
5. Fry the potato cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
Step 6
6. Transfer the cooked potato cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining potato cakes, adding more oil to the skillet if needed.
Step 7
7. Serve the golden potato cakes warm with your favorite dipping sauce, sour cream, or a dollop of applesauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 887.8 grams (887.8g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1326 |
| Total Fat 60.50g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat 9.60g | 48% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 35.60g | |
| Cholesterol 220mg | 73% |
| Sodium 2579mg | 112% |
| Total Carbohydrate 175.30g | 64% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.40g | 51% |
| Total Sugars 9.30g | |
| Protein 30.30g | 61% |
| Vitamin D 54IU | 269% |
| Calcium 183mg | 14% |
| Iron 11mg | 63% |
| Potassium 4185mg | 89% |
Source of Calories