Description
Fried Mash Potato Balls are a delightful fusion of crispy exteriors and creamy interiors, making them the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. These golden-brown bites combine fluffy mashed potatoes with melted cheddar cheese and fresh green onions, creating a flavor explosion that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, these easy-to-make potato balls will quickly become a family favorite at gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared or leftover)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll small portions of the mixture into golf ball-sized spheres.
- Dip each ball in beaten eggs and roll in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat (about 350°F).
- Fry the potato balls in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels; serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fried mash potato balls (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg