Crispy Potato Balls
Deliciously crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these potato balls are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold, peeled and boiled until tender
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg beaten
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Mash the boiled potatoes until smooth. Allow them to cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, beaten egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and a dough forms.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking (around 350°F or 175°C).
- Carefully fry the potato balls in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. This will take about 3-5 minutes per batch.
- Remove the potato balls with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, you can add chopped herbs like parsley or chives to the potato mixture. These can also be made ahead of time and reheated in an oven or air fryer.