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Old-Fashioned Potato Cakes Recipe That Will Delight You!

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Old-Fashioned Potato Cakes are a delightful and crispy treat made from leftover mashed potatoes, perfect for breakfast or as a side dish.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the leftover mashed potatoes, flour, egg, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated and form a dough-like consistency.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom.
  4. Take a small portion of the potato mixture and form it into a patty, about 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Place the patty in the hot skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil as necessary.
  7. Once cooked, transfer the potato cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Notes

  • These potato cakes can be customized with your choice of herbs or spices.
  • For a cheesy version, add grated cheese to the mixture.
  • Serve with sour cream or applesauce for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 potato cake
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg