Description
Deliver a golden, crunchy exterior and a fluffy, savory interior that make them the perfect appetizer or side dish for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large russet potatoes ((about 2 lbs))
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic ((minced finely))
- 1 large egg ((beaten))
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 cups vegetable or canola oil ((for frying))
- salt ((for finishing))
Instructions
- Bake potatoes at 400°F until tender, peel, and mash until smooth.
- Mix mashed potatoes with garlic, egg, salt, pepper, parsley, and Parmesan.
- Chill mixture for 15 minutes, then roll into 1-tablespoon balls.
- Dredge in flour, dip in egg, and coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Deep fry in 350°F oil for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on a wire rack and sprinkle with salt before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in an air fryer or oven to maintain crispiness. Do not microwave alone.