Deep fried potato balls

Cookinero 24 Apr 2025

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Potato balls are another delicious potato recipe. The balls can be both an appetizer and a separate side dish. Mashed potatoes, fried in deep fat, go well with any sauce and any evening. Don't know what to surprise your guests with or cook for a children's party, or maybe just please yourself? Potato balls are your solution.

How to cook Deep fried potato balls

Step 1

Boil the potatoes. Cut the potatoes into small pieces, put them in a saucepan and fill with water. Put the saucepan on the fire. After boiling, cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes until done.

Step 2

Mash the finished potatoes with a fork or masher until they become puree.

Step 3

Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir. While kneading the potato dough, gradually add flour, mix until smooth.

Step 4

Prepare the batter: break an egg into a deep bowl and beat with a fork. Prepare the breading: pour breadcrumbs into another deep bowl.

Step 5

Make the balls: scoop 2 tablespoons of mashed potatoes with your hand or a spoon and form into a ball shape. Then dip the ball into the egg.

Step 6

Then roll the ball in breadcrumbs.

Step 7

Make balls from all the mashed potatoes.

Step 8

Heat a saucepan or deep frying pan with enough sunflower oil. When the oil is hot, drop the balls into it for 10 seconds until the balls are golden brown.

Step 9

Place the finished balls on a paper towel using a slotted spoon to remove excess oil.

Step 10

The balls are ready. Serve them on a serving dish with sauce, garnish with finely chopped fresh herbs.