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Fried Potato Balls

Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these Fried Potato Balls are the perfect snack or side dish everyone will love.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese cheddar or your favorite
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • Oil for frying

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Potato masher or ricer
  • Deep frying pan or Dutch oven
  • slotted spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Start by boiling the diced potatoes in salted water until tender.
  2. Drain the potatoes and mash them in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. Add the cheese, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes and mix well.
  4. Take small portions of the potato mixture and roll them into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
  5. Set up a station with the beaten eggs and breadcrumbs.
  6. Dip each ball in the beaten eggs, then roll them in the breadcrumbs.
  7. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  8. Carefully add the potato balls to the hot oil, frying in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per batch.

Notes

Fried Potato Balls can be served with various dips and are great for parties.