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Old Fashioned Potato Cakes

Classic potato cakes made from leftover mashed potatoes, perfect for breakfast or as a side dish.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 egg beaten
  • ¼ cup flour
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, beaten egg, flour, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper.
  2. 2. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  3. 3. Scoop about ¼ cup of the potato mixture and shape into a patty. Place in the hot oil.
  4. 4. Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. 5. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 350mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

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Potato Cakes
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