Start your morning on a crispy note with these flavorful chive mashed potato cakes! They’re quick to whip up and a fantastic use for any leftover mashed potatoes.
Ingredients:
1 large egg
1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
2 cups mashed potatoes (preferably cooled)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter) for frying
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled mashed potatoes, chopped chives, shredded cheddar cheese (if you’re using it), the egg, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. With your hands, take small portions of the potato mixture and form them into patties, about 2 to 3 inches in diameter. Make sure they hold their shape nicely.
3. Heat the olive oil (or butter) in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is warm and shimmering, carefully place the potato cakes in the skillet.
4. Cook the cakes for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they turn a golden brown color and become crispy. This will give them that delightful crunchy texture on the outside.
5. Once cooked, remove the cakes from the skillet and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. If desired, serve them hot, garnished with additional chives or a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess.
Nutritional Information: Each serving (2 cakes) contains approximately 180 calories, 6g protein, 8g fat, 22g carbohydrates, and 2g fiber.
Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes