Description
Turn leftover mashed potatoes into delicious potato cakes. This recipe is easy, quick, and perfect for a comforting side dish or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, flour, egg, onion, and cheddar cheese (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Shape potato mixture into small patties.
- Carefully place potato cakes in the hot skillet.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Remove from skillet and serve hot.
Notes
- For crispier potato cakes, use cold mashed potatoes.
- You can add different seasonings to the potato mixture, such as garlic powder or paprika.
- Serve with sour cream, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato cake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg