These mashed potato fritters are one of the easiest and most delicious ways to prepare potatoes. They are made with simple ingredients like boiled potatoes, parsley, cornstarch, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs, which are shaped into little patties and fried until golden and crispy. With their crunchy exterior and soft, flavorful potato center, they make an incredibly delicious snack, appetizer, or side dish!
To make the mashed potato fritters, you simply mash the boiled potatoes with the seasonings and cornstarch before shaping the mixture into balls. Then, dip each ball into beaten egg and coat it with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Finally, flatten them into fritters and fry in hot oil until both sides are beautifully golden brown and crispy.
What are Mashed Potato Fritters?
Mashed potato fritters are a simple potato recipe made with boiled potatoes, seasonings, and cornstarch, coated in egg and seasoned breadcrumbs before frying. They are crispy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside. The addition of Parmesan cheese and parsley gives them a wonderful savory flavor, making them perfect to serve as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Pro Tips
- Make sure the boiled potatoes are well-drained before mashing to prevent the mixture from becoming too wet.
- If the potato mixture is too soft to shape, add a little extra cornstarch until it holds together.
- Coat each potato ball thoroughly with the beaten egg and breadcrumb mixture to create a crispy exterior.
- Make sure the oil is hot before frying the fritters so they become golden and crispy without absorbing too much oil.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Make Mashed Potato Fritters With Leftover Mashed Potatoes?
Absolutely! Leftover mashed potatoes work perfectly for this recipe. Just keep in mind that if your mashed potatoes already contain butter, milk, or seasonings, you may need to adjust the other ingredients. Add the cornstarch gradually until the mixture is firm enough to shape.
Can I Make These Potato Fritters Without Parmesan Cheese?
Yes, you can! The Parmesan adds a delicious savory flavor to the breadcrumb coating, but you can leave it out or replace it with another grated cheese. The fritters will still turn out crispy and delicious.
Can I Cook Mashed Potato Fritters in the Air Fryer?
Yes! Instead of frying them in oil, you can arrange the coated fritters in a single layer in an air fryer basket. Lightly spray them with oil and cook at 375°F (190°C), turning halfway through, until golden and crispy. The cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of the fritters.
How to Store Mashed Potato Fritters
The cooked potato fritters should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Then, when you are ready to reheat them, place them in the oven or the basket of an air fryer, and cook them until they are heated through and crispy again. You could reheat them in the microwave as well, although they will have a softer texture.
Ingredients
How to Make Mashed Potato Fritters
Mash the boiled potatoes with a fork while they are still hot. Add the parsley, salt, pepper, paprika, and cornstarch. Mix everything together until a soft dough forms. Shape the potato mixture into small balls.
Mash the boiled potatoes with a fork while they are still hot. Add the parsley, salt, pepper, paprika, and cornstarch. Mix everything together until a soft dough forms. Shape the potato mixture into small balls.
In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. In a separate bowl, beat the egg. Dip each potato ball into the beaten egg, then coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. In a separate bowl, beat the egg. Dip each potato ball into the beaten egg, then coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
Gently flatten each coated potato ball into a fritter shape by pressing it into a metal colander.
Gently flatten each coated potato ball into a fritter shape by pressing it into a metal colander.
Heat the oil in a deep pan and carefully fry the potato fritters on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
Heat the oil in a deep pan and carefully fry the potato fritters on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
Remove them from the oil, drain on paper towels, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Remove them from the oil, drain on paper towels, and serve warm. Enjoy!
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