Description
Transform leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, golden pancakes that are perfect for brunch, lunch, or a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the leftover mashed potatoes, flour, egg, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until it’s well incorporated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat, ensuring it’s hot for frying.
- Form the potato mixture into small pancakes with your hands (think of a golf ball size).
- Carefully place each pancake in the hot oil.
- Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- When cooked, drain the pancakes on paper towels to remove excess oil and serve them warm.
Notes
These pancakes are versatile; serve them with sour cream, fresh herbs, or even cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg