Fried Potato Patties Recipes

POTATO PATTIES | FRIED POTATO CAKES

Steps:

• In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cold mashed potatoes and the egg. Make sure the egg is evenly distributed through the potatoes.
• Add the grated onion, flour, salt, and pepper and use a fork to gently mix in the ingredients.
• Add enough oil to a large fry pan so that it is approximately 1/2" deep and place over medium heat. Allow the oil to come to temperature, about 350°F.
• Scoop scant 1/2 cups of the potato mixture and gently drop them into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan -- cook no more than 3-4 patties at a time. Gently, flatten each mound into a patty shape with a spatula.
• Fry for about 2 1/2 to 3 minutes on the first side, until golden brown. Then, slide the spatula under the patty and turn it over. You'll find enlisting a second utensil makes the flip a bit easier! Then, cook for another 2 to 2 1/2 minutes.
• Transfer the cooked patty to a cooling rack placed over paper towels. Allow to cool slightly, serve, and enjoy!

FRIED POTATO PATTIES

Steps:

• Combine first 7 ingredients; chill.
• Shape mixture into 6 patties.
• Dip each patty into lightly beaten egg then lightly coat with breadcrumbs.
• Heat vegetable oil and fry over medium heat until lightly browned, turning once.
• Tip: If you feel your potatoes are too watery, lightly dust with flour prior to dipping into the egg wash.

FRIED MASHED POTATO PATTIES

Steps:

• Combine the mashed potatoes and milk in a large bowl. Mix well. Add the egg, salt, pepper, flour, and herbs (if using). Mix until the egg and flour are completely incorporated. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Form the mashed potato mixture into patties. Add the patties to the skillet in a single layer (in batches if necessary). Cook, turning once, until golden brown on each side. Serve hot with sour cream or ketchup, if desired.

FRIED MASHED POTATO CAKES

Steps:

• Mix mashed potatoes, egg, flour, and salt together in a bowl.
• Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a frying pan. Drop large spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the frying pan. Flatten into a patties as you flip; cook until browned on both sides, 6 to 7 minutes per cake. Repeat with remaining potato mixture.

OLD FASHIONED POTATO CAKES

Steps:

• Mix mashed potatoes, flour, onion, egg, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl until batter consistency.
• Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop 4-inch circles of batter into hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter.

FRIED ONION PATTIES

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the egg, milk and hot pepper sauce; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in the onions. , In a large skillet, heat 1/2 in. of oil over medium heat. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil; press lightly to flatten. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown; drain on paper towels.

FRIED POTATO PATTIES

Steps:

• In medium size bowl mix together all ingredients.
• Heat skillet with enough oil for frying.
• (make sure oil is HOT before you start frying patties).
• Drop by tablespoon into hot oil and fry until crispy and golden brown.

ROUND TWO RECIPE - FRIED POTATO CAKES

Steps:

• In a shallow plate or pie dish, mix the breadcrumbs with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. In a large bowl, stir together the potatoes and cheese. Scoop out 1/4 cup of the potato mixture and form it into a small patty. Gently press the patties into the seasoned breadcrumbs, coating both sides, and set aside.
• In a large skillet over medium heat, add the oil. When it is hot, add the potato cakes in 1 layer and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on brown paper and sprinkle with more salt and pepper while hot.