Description
Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, these cheesy stuffed potato balls make a perfect snack or appetizer. Easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix mashed potatoes, cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Dip each ball in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Fry the potato balls until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly boiled potatoes for best texture.
- Adjust cheese quantity to your preference.
- For extra crispiness, double-coat with breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheesy stuffed potato balls, potato snacks, fried appetizers