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Serves
as many as you want
Author Notes
Any leftover mashed potatoes can gain a new life in the frying pan. Simply combine whatever you've got with an egg, some breadcrumbs, and spices. These potato fritters are adapted from Merrill's cheesy broccoli ones, here: https://food52.com/recipes... —Caroline Lange
Ingredients
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1/2 cup
panko breadcrumbs, plus more as needed and some to roll the patties in
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1 pound
mashed potatoes (Yukon or sweet potatoes)
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1
egg
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Spices, herbs, seasonings, cheese, etc. (See suggestions below!)
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
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Set aside a small dish of breadcrumbs. Stir together the potatoes, egg, and breadcrumbs.
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Add the seasonings you're using. Add more breadcrumbs if needed; the mixture should not be particularly wet. Taste the mixture and add salt and pepper as desired.
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Heat olive or canola oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat while you form your potato mixture into patties and roll the patties in the dish of panko breadcrumbs.
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Carefully pan-fry the fritters, flipping when golden brown and crisp-looking, about 3 minutes. Serve immediately.
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SEASONING SUGGESTIONS:
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Sweet potatoes + cilantro + cumin
Sweet potatoes + cranberry sauce + minced sage
Potatoes + mustard seeds + caramelized onions
Potatoes + shredded Cheddar + paprika
Potatoes + ranch seasoning + garlic + chives
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