Crispy Potato Bites (Potato Croquettes) 🥔✨

 

Crispy Potato Bites (Potato Croquettes) 🥔✨

Ingredients:

• 3–4 medium potatoes, boiled & mashed
• 1 egg
• ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt & black pepper (to taste)
• ½ cup flour
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the mix: In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, egg, cheese, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Shape: Roll the mixture into small balls or nuggets.
3. Coat: Dip each piece in flour, then breadcrumbs (for extra crunch, dip in beaten egg then breadcrumbs again).
4. Fry: Heat oil over medium heat and fry until golden brown and crispy.
5. Drain & serve: Place on paper towels. Serve hot with mayonnaise or garlic sauce.

Tips:

• For extra crispiness, chill the shaped bites 15 minutes before frying.
• You can bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway.

Enjoy! 😋