Description
Transform leftover mashed potatoes into crunchy, cheesy bites perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine the mashed potatoes, cheese, breadcrumbs, green onions, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Mix until well combined, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Scoop out small portions of the mixture and form into bite-sized balls, about one to two inches in diameter.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until it reaches the right temperature for frying.
- Fry the bites until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve warm and enjoy the delightful contrast of textures.
Notes
Use cold leftover mashed potatoes for better texture. Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg