This cheese and potato triangles recipe is one of the easiest savory snacks to make using simple everyday ingredients. It is made with slices of bread filled with creamy mashed potato and grated mozzarella cheese, then coated in beaten egg and breadcrumbs before being fried until golden and crispy. With their crunchy exterior and soft, cheesy centre, they make a delicious snack that everyone will love!
To make the cheese and potato triangles, you first boil and mash the potato with black pepper. The mashed potato and grated mozzarella are then layered inside flattened slices of bread, which are folded into triangles and sealed around the edges with a fork. Finally, they are dipped in beaten egg, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried until beautifully golden brown.
What are Cheese and Potato Triangles?
Cheese and potato triangles are a simple savory snack made with bread, mashed potato, mozzarella cheese, egg, and breadcrumbs. They have a crispy, crunchy coating on the outside and a soft, creamy filling with delicious melted cheese on the inside. They are easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and perfect for serving as an appetizer, afternoon snack, or party food.
Pro Tips
- Make sure the boiled potatoes are well-drained before mashing them so the filling isn't too watery.
- Don't add too much filling to the bread, as this can make the triangles difficult to seal.
- Press the edges firmly with a fork to prevent the cheese from leaking out while frying.
- Make sure each triangle is completely coated in egg and breadcrumbs for an extra crispy exterior.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Another Type of Cheese?
Absolutely! Mozzarella is a great choice because it melts beautifully and creates a lovely cheesy centre. However, you can also use cheddar, Gouda, or your favorite melting cheese.
Can I Bake the Cheese and Potato Triangles Instead of Frying Them?
Yes! If you prefer not to fry them, you can brush or spray the breadcrumb-coated triangles with a little oil and bake them in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) until golden and crispy, turning them halfway through cooking.
What Can I Serve With Cheese and Potato Triangles?
These triangles are delicious served with a variety of dipping sauces. Tomato ketchup, garlic mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and barbecue sauce are all great options. They can also be served alongside a fresh salad.
How to Store Cheese and Potato Triangles
Any leftover cheese and potato triangles should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To enjoy them again, reheat in an oven or air fryer until heated through and crispy. Avoid reheating them in the microwave if you want to keep their crunchy coating.
You can also freeze the prepared, breadcrumb-coated triangles before frying. Place them in a single layer on a tray until frozen, then transfer them to a freezer-safe container. Fry from frozen over medium-low heat, ensuring the filling is thoroughly heated.
Ingredients
How to Make Stringy Cheese and Potato Triangles
Peel the potato and cut it into small pieces. Place it in a saucepan of boiling water and cook until tender. Drain well, then mash until you have a smooth puree. Add the black pepper and mix.
Peel the potato and cut it into small pieces. Place it in a saucepan of boiling water and cook until tender. Drain well, then mash until you have a smooth puree. Add the black pepper and mix.
Flatten each slice of bread using a rolling pin. Add a little mashed potato to the centre, followed by grated mozzarella cheese, then another small layer of mashed potato.
Flatten each slice of bread using a rolling pin. Add a little mashed potato to the centre, followed by grated mozzarella cheese, then another small layer of mashed potato.
Fold the bread into a triangle shape and press the edges together. Cut the edges to even them out. Use a fork to seal the edges firmly so the filling stays inside.
Fold the bread into a triangle shape and press the edges together. Cut the edges to even them out. Use a fork to seal the edges firmly so the filling stays inside.
Beat the egg in a bowl. Dip each triangle into the beaten egg, making sure it is coated all over, then coat it evenly in the breadcrumbs.
Beat the egg in a bowl. Dip each triangle into the beaten egg, making sure it is coated all over, then coat it evenly in the breadcrumbs.
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the triangles until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Remove and place on kitchen paper to drain any excess oil.
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the triangles until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Remove and place on kitchen paper to drain any excess oil.
Serve the cheese and potato triangles warm while the mozzarella is melted and gooey inside. Enjoy!
Serve the cheese and potato triangles warm while the mozzarella is melted and gooey inside. Enjoy!
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