Description
These crispy potato cakes are a delightful blend of mashed potatoes, cheese, bacon, and green onions, offering a golden-brown exterior and creamy interior. Ideal as a side dish or snack, they are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy them with sour cream or your preferred dipping sauce!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for coating)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt.
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium and cook for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain and let cool for a few minutes.
- Peel the warm potatoes using a knife or potato peeler.
- Mash the potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add cheese, crumbled bacon (if using), green onions, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg lightly.
- Gradually add flour to the egg, mixing until smooth. Adjust consistency with water or milk if needed.
- Shape the potato mixture into cakes using about 1/4 cup for each.
- Flatten slightly and create an indentation in the center.
- Add a small amount of cheese into the indentation, fold edges over, and reshape into a round cake.
- Dip each cake into the batter, ensuring full coverage.
- Roll in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place coated cakes on a plate or baking sheet.
- Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry a few cakes at a time, about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients, such as herbs or different types of cheese.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy texture.
- These potato cakes can be served with additional sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes