Description
These Garlic Potato Balls are a delightful appetizer or snack option that is crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Loaded with cheesy goodness and flavored with garlic and herbs, these fried potato balls are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Mashed Potatoes:
4 cups mashed potatoes (preferably cooled)
Cheese Mixture:
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Garlic:
2 cloves garlic, minced
Parmesan Cheese:
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Parsley:
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Seasonings:
1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Breading:
1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, beaten, 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
Oil:
vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, shredded mozzarella, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape Balls: Form the mixture into 1.5-inch balls.
- Breading: Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Coat each ball in flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Fry: Fry the balls in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a baked version, bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Enhance flavor with bacon bits or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 potato balls
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 7 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
