Description
These Delicious Garlic Potato Pops are crispy, golden-brown bites packed with flavorful garlic and parmesan cheese. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, they combine creamy mashed potatoes with aromatic herbs and spices, coated in a crunchy breadcrumb layer and fried to perfection.
Ingredients
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Potato Pops Mixture
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
Coating
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying (about 1-2 cups, enough for deep frying in skillet)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the mashed potatoes, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, black pepper, and paprika until smooth and well incorporated.
- Shape Potato Pops: Take portions of the mixture and roll them into 1-inch diameter balls, ensuring they are compact and hold their shape.
- Prepare Coating Station: Set up two bowls—one with the lightly beaten egg and the other with breadcrumbs for coating the shaped potato balls.
- Coat Potato Pops: Dip each potato ball first into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off, then roll it evenly in the breadcrumbs to get a crisp outer layer.
- Heat Oil: Pour enough oil into a deep skillet to submerge the pops partially and heat it over medium heat until shimmering and hot but not smoking.
- Fry Potato Pops: Carefully place the coated potato balls in the hot oil in batches, frying each for 2-3 minutes or until they turn a golden brown and crisp on all sides, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Drain and Serve: Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried potato pops and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use leftover mashed potatoes or freshly made mashed potatoes cooled to room temperature for best results.
- Adjust garlic quantity to your liking if you prefer a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free crumbs.
- Ensure oil temperature is medium heat to cook thoroughly without burning the coating.
- Serve warm for the best crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
