Description
Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these mashed potato bites are a delightful snack or side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover works well)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine mashed potatoes, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Form 1-inch balls from the mixture.
- Set up a dredging station: place flour in one bowl, beaten egg in another, and breadcrumbs in a third.
- Roll each ball in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the bites in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels.
Notes
Serve with dipping sauces like sour cream, ketchup, or aioli. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, snacks, vegetarian, crispy bites, easy recipes