Best 7 Fried Mashed Potato Cakes Recipes

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**Fried Mashed Potato Cakes: A Culinary Delight for All Occasions**

Indulge in the delectable world of fried mashed potato cakes, a culinary creation that combines the comforting flavors of mashed potatoes with the crispy golden exterior of a fried cake. These versatile cakes are not just a side dish; they can be a hearty appetizer, a quick and easy lunch, or a comforting dinner. With variations ranging from classic to unique flavor combinations, these potato cakes are sure to satisfy every palate. Discover the secrets of creating the perfect fried mashed potato cakes, from selecting the right potatoes to perfecting the cooking technique. Explore different recipes that introduce exciting ingredients and seasonings, such as herbs, cheese, and vegetables, to elevate the classic potato cake experience. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these crispy, flavorful delights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MASHED POTATO CAKES



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My mother often made this recipe and probably grew up with it in the Appalachian area of Tennessee. She usually served it on Monday, making use of leftover mashed potatoes from Sunday dinner. We used to eat this topped with brown gravy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 eggs
1-1/2 cups mashed potatoes
1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce, optional
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat. In a large bowl, lightly beat one egg. Add the onion, potatoes, flour, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce if desired. , Shape into four to six patties; place on a greased baking sheet. Lightly beat remaining egg; stir in water. Brush over potato cakes. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 247mg cholesterol, Sodium 886mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

OLD FASHIONED POTATO CAKES



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These potato cakes are great with any meal or as a snack. Simple and quick to make with only a few ingredients. Kids of ALL ages love 'em.

Provided by DaMonkey

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 onion, diced
1 egg
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Mix mashed potatoes, flour, onion, egg, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl until batter consistency.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop 4-inch circles of batter into hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 48.6 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 627.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

LOADED MASHED POTATO CAKES



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Mashed potato cakes have been a staple in my southern family all throughout my childhood. I came up with this recipe when trying to put a new spin on an old favorite.

Provided by Teach09

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 slices bacon
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
¼ teaspoon minced garlic
1 ¼ cups mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded American cheese
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, slightly beaten
¼ teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash hot sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels, reserving bacon grease in skillet; crumble bacon.
  • Melt butter in bacon grease over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, and garlic until tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Transfer vegetables and bacon to large bowl; stir in mashed potatoes, American cheese, flour, egg, mustard, black pepper, and hot sauce.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a clean skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of mashed potato mixture, flattening slightly, and fry patties until golden brown on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 50.1 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 428.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

FRIED MASHED POTATO CAKES



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Fried mashed potato patties. Yummy!

Provided by Vinniemama

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup leftover mashed potatoes, cooled
1 egg
2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Mix mashed potatoes, egg, flour, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a frying pan. Drop large spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the frying pan. Flatten into a patties as you flip; cook until browned on both sides, 6 to 7 minutes per cake. Repeat with remaining potato mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 31.7 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 214.3 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

KENTUCKY FRIED POTATO CAKES



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Make and share this Kentucky Fried Potato Cakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by The Spice Guru

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/3 cups instant potato flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons snipped chives or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried chives
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning (Bulk KFC Original Recipe Seasoning (Copycat))
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup hot water
2 teaspoons butter
1/4 cup light sour cream
2 lightly beaten eggs

Steps:

  • NOTE: USE "IDAHO SPUDS" BRAND INSTANT MASHED POTATOES FOR BEST RESULTS (THEIR POTATOES HAVE A BETTER TEXTURE AND FRESHER FLAVOR). IF YOU PLAN ON USING ANY OTHER SEASONINGS IN PLACE OF Recipe #453973 -- USE SPARINGLY TO AVOID OVER-SALTING (TASTE THE DRY MIX UNTIL SEASONING IS WELL-BALANCED). FOR LARGER POTATO CAKES, PREPARE 4 PATTIES INSTEAD OF 6. THESE MAY BE SERVED WITH A SMALL DOLLOP OF LIGHT SOUR CREAM.
  • INTO a medium mixing bowl, add the potato flakes, baking powder, chives, Recipe #453973, and onion powder; MIX until combined.
  • POUR one cup water to a small microwave-safe bowl; ADD the butter and heat in a microwave oven until butter is completely melted, but water is not boiling.
  • REMOVE water/butter mixture from microwave and stir in the sour cream.
  • WHEN the sour cream is blended in, whisk in the beaten eggs until smooth.
  • POUR the water/dairy mixture over the potato mixture in medium bowl.
  • STIR mixture with a fork until just blended (do not over-stir!).
  • ALLOW mixture to sit for 5 minutes; DIVIDE mixture into 6 equal portions; SHAPE into patties without over-handling or pressing (they don't have to look perfect).
  • FRY in a little oil or butter over medium heat until golden brown and crisp on both sides.
  • SERVE and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.5, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 68.7, Sodium 147.5, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.5, Protein 3.6

QUICK MASHED POTATO CAKES



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What a great way to use up any remaining mashed potatoes! These light cakes cook up golden brown and have a wonderful butter-and-onion flavor. Kids and adults alike will love our Test Kitchen's spin on a classic!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 cup mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped green onion
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Butter-flavored cooking spray
1 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a large nonstick skillet coated with butter-flavored cooking spray, melt butter over medium heat. , Drop potato mixture by 1/4 cupfuls into skillet; press lightly to flatten. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 525mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRISPY MASHED POTATO CAKES



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I love finding ways to use holiday leftovers. These potato cakes use the mashed potatoes, stuffing and breadcrumbs. To go all out, add meat and cheese. -Jeri Psikal, Norman, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)
1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1 cup cooked stuffing
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup French-fried onions, crushed
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix potatoes, baking mix, stuffing and eggs until blended. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, mix onions and bread crumbs. Shape 1/4 cupfuls of the potato mixture into 3/4-in.-thick patties. Dip patties in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere., Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 35-40 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are best for mashed potatoes because they are starchy and hold their shape well. Avoid waxy potatoes, such as Red Potatoes, as they will not mash as smoothly.
  • Use day-old mashed potatoes: Freshly made mashed potatoes will be too soft and will not hold together as well when fried. If you don't have day-old mashed potatoes, you can make them ahead of time and refrigerate them overnight.
  • Season the mashed potatoes well: Before frying, make sure the mashed potatoes are well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices of your choice. This will help to ensure that the potato cakes are flavorful throughout.
  • Use a nonstick skillet: A nonstick skillet is essential for frying potato cakes. This will prevent them from sticking to the pan and breaking apart.
  • Cook the potato cakes over medium heat: Medium heat is best for frying potato cakes. This will help to ensure that they cook evenly without burning.
  • Flip the potato cakes once: Once the potato cakes are golden brown on one side, carefully flip them to the other side. Do not flip them more than once, as this will make them break apart.
  • Serve the potato cakes immediately: Potato cakes are best served hot and crispy. You can garnish them with sour cream, chives, or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Fried mashed potato cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish or snack. They are perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes, and they can be served with a variety of dipping sauces. With the right ingredients and a little bit of care, you can make perfect fried mashed potato cakes at home.

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