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mashed potato pancakes

Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cold mashed potatoes
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp neutral oil for frying

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix the cold mashed potatoes, egg, flour, scallions, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
  2. Scoop 3-tablespoon portions and shape into 1/2-inch-thick disks. Let them rest on a plate for 5 minutes.
  3. Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Fry the patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and serve hot.

Notes

Letting the patties rest before frying makes a real difference; it keeps them from breaking apart when you flip. If your mashed potatoes are very wet, add an extra tablespoon of flour to the dough.