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fried mashed potato balls

🥔 Fried Mashed Potato Balls Recipe Card

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 16 balls
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups mashed potatoes leftover or freshly made, cooled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or mozzarella for extra gooeyness
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs panko for extra crunch
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Method
 

Prepare Filling:
  1. In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cheese, green onions, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Form Balls:
  1. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture and roll into balls. Place on a tray and refrigerate for 20 minutes (helps them hold shape).
Coat Balls:
  1. Roll each ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Heat Oil:
  1. Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
Fry:
  1. Fry potato balls in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve:
  1. Enjoy hot with ranch, sour cream, or spicy mayo dipping sauce.

Notes

Add crumbled bacon or diced ham inside the mixture for extra flavor.
For a cheesier bite, press a small cube of mozzarella into the center of each ball before rolling.
To make ahead, freeze coated potato balls on a tray, then transfer to a bag — fry straight from frozen (add 1–2 minutes cooking time).
Air fryer option: Spray coated potato balls with cooking spray and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway.