Crispy Potato Cheese Balls

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Place cooked potatoes in a large bowl and mash them thoroughly with a fork.
  2. 2Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper.
  3. 3Add fresh chopped parsley to the mashed potatoes.
  4. 4Add cornstarch to the mixture.
  5. 5Add shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture.
  6. 6Mix all ingredients well until a uniform dough is formed.
  7. 7Take a spoonful of the potato mixture and flatten it slightly.
  8. 8Place a piece of mozzarella cheese in the center and enclose it with the potato mixture, forming a ball.
  9. 9Repeat the process for the remaining mixture, creating several potato cheese balls.
  10. 10In a separate bowl, crack an egg and mince a clove of garlic into it.
  11. 11Whisk the egg and garlic mixture until well combined.
  12. 12Crush cornflakes onto a plate for coating.
  13. 13Dip each potato cheese ball into the egg mixture.
  14. 14Roll the coated ball in the crushed cornflakes, ensuring it's fully covered.
  15. 15Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan.
  16. 16Carefully place the potato cheese balls into the hot oil.
  17. 17Fry until golden brown and crispy.
  18. 18Remove the fried balls with a slotted spoon and place them in a serving bowl.
  19. 19Garnish with grated cheese and serve hot.

Ingredients

  • 10 cooked potatoes
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 100 grams shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cornflakes, crushed
  • 2 cups vegetable oil

Equipment

large bowlforkpotato masherspatulateaspoongarlic pressplatedeep panslotted spoon

Tips

  • Ensure the potatoes are well mashed for a smooth consistency.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.