Description
Savor the crispy, golden exterior of these delightful stuffed potato cakes, filled with creamy goodness and bursting with flavor. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional spices (paprika, herbs)
Instructions
- Peel and cube the potatoes. Boil in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain well.
- Mash the drained potatoes in a mixing bowl with butter until smooth.
- Stir in chopped onions, cheese, flour, eggs, salt, pepper, and optional spices until well combined.
- Form the mixture into patties about ½-inch thick; optionally stuff with extra cheese or veggies.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry patties until golden brown on both sides (3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Feel free to experiment with different fillings like vegetables or meats to suit your taste. For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs into the potato mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat on a skillet for best texture.