Crispy, creamy mashed potato cakes with garlic, cheddar, and green onions for a tasty side or snack.
# Ingredient list:
→ Leftovers
01 - 2 cups cold leftover mashed potatoes
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
→ Dairy
04 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
→ Dry Ingredients
07 - 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ For Frying
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, minced garlic, green onions, cheddar cheese, egg, sour cream, flour, salt, and black pepper until a thick, slightly sticky dough forms.
02 - With floured hands, divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick. Lightly dust each patty with extra flour.
03 - Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
04 - Place potato cakes in batches in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
05 - Transfer cooked cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra green onions or sour cream.
