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Fried Mashed Potato Balls

Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these fried mashed potato balls are a delicious appetizer or side dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Potato Mixture
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes prepared and cooled
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/2 cup green onions chopped
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs for coating
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Frying
  • 4 cups vegetable oil for frying

Method
 

Prepare the Potato Mixture
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, beaten egg, green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
Fry the Potato Balls
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully drop the potato balls into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Remove the fried potato balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve
  1. Serve the fried mashed potato balls warm, with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

You can customize the filling by adding cooked bacon, herbs, or spices to the potato mixture.

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