These mashed potato pancakes are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They're a perfect way to use up leftover mashed potatoes for a delicious side dish or quick snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes leftover or freshly made
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup green onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, beaten egg, flour, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture holds its shape when formed into a ball.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture and shape it into a pancake, then place it in the hot skillet.
- Cook pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg