Mashed Potato Pancakes
Turn leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, golden mashed potato pancakes! Easy, delicious, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dinner.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup flour (you can also use breadcrumbs for extra crispiness)
- 1/3 cup finely diced shallot
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional but highly recommended — cheddar, mozzarella, or even Parmesan!)
- salt and pepper to taste
- olive/avocado oil or butter for frying
- Optional extras: chopped green onions, crumbled bacon, fresh herbs
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, egg, flour, onion, cheese, and any extras you’re feeling fancy with. Stir until it’s a thick, scoopable dough.
- Scoop out about 1/2 cup of the mixture and gently flatten into patties.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the pancakes for about 3-4 minutes per side, until they’re beautifully golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels (if you can resist eating them straight out of the pan).
- Serve hot with sour cream, a sprinkle of chives, or a little hot sauce if you like it spicy!
Notes
*Calories are approximate per pancake
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 125kcal
