Learn how to make a classic potato cutlets recipe that is both delicious and crispy. These cutlets are made with mashed potatoes, breadcrumbs, herbs, and spices, and are perfect as an appetizer or a snack. Serve them with ketchup or a tangy sauce for an extra kick. You can also customize the recipe by adding your favorite ingredients like cheese, vegetables, or meats.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- Oil for frying
Directions
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into small cubes. Boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender. Drain the water and mash the potatoes until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, breadcrumbs, parsley, onion, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a small patty. Repeat the process with the remaining mixture.
- In a shallow dish, beat the eggs. Place the flour in another shallow dish.
- Dip each potato patty into the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Carefully place the coated patties into the hot oil and cook until golden brown on both sides. This should take about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Once cooked, transfer the cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the potato cutlets hot with ketchup or your favorite sauce.
Interesting Facts
Potato cutlets are a popular snack in American households and are often served during parties or get-togethers.
Potato cutlets can be made in advance and frozen for later use. Simply place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until firm. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag for storage.
You can add different ingredients to the mixture to create variations of potato cutlets, such as adding grated cheese for a cheesy twist or chopped vegetables for added texture and flavors.