Got leftover mashed potatoes? Give them a delicious makeover with Fried Potato Patties! These golden brown beauties are crisp on the outside and irresistibly fluffy and creamy on the inside.
With just 5 ingredients and 20 minutes, you’ll have a crispy, flavorful dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Pair them with a fried egg for a comforting breakfast or serve as a quick, easy upgrade to your side dish lineup!
INGREDIENTS
- 2 cups cold leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup grated yellow onion
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- About 1 ½ cups canola oil
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes and egg until the egg is fully incorporated.
- Add the Flavor: Stir in the grated onion, flour, salt, and pepper, mixing gently with a fork until evenly combined.
- Prepare the Oil: Heat about ½ inch of canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Form the Patties: Scoop just under ½ cup of the potato mixture for each patty and carefully place it into the hot oil. Flatten each mound gently with a spatula to form a patty shape. Cook no more than 3–4 patties at a time to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry to Perfection: Cook the patties for 2½ to 3 minutes on one side until golden brown. Use a spatula (and a second utensil for support if needed) to flip each patty. Fry for another 2 to 2½ minutes on the other side.
- Cool and Serve: Transfer the cooked patties to a cooling rack placed over paper towels to drain excess oil. Let them cool slightly, serve, and enjoy!
NUTRITION
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 229mg
- Potassium: 247mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Vitamin A: 30 IU
- Vitamin C: 11 mg
- Calcium: 11 mg
- Iron: 1 mg
