Crispy Potato Balls
Crispy Potato Balls are a versatile snack or side dish made of seasoned mashed potatoes, fried until golden.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Frying pan
- kitchen thermometer
- wire rack for draining
Ingredients
- 1.3 lbs (or 600g) potatoes
- 4 tbsp cornflour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1.35 fl oz (or 40 ml) cooking oil
Instructions
- Boil and Mash: Cook the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and mash them until smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with cornflour, salt, and black pepper.
- Shape Balls: Using your hands, shape the mixture into small, golf-ball-sized spheres.
- Heat Oil: In a frying pan, heat the oil to 160°C.
- Fry: Fry the potato balls in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook until they are golden and crispy, about 7 minutes.
Notes
To add more flavors, consider adding minced garlic or spices like paprika to the potato mixture before frying.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal