Leftover Potato Cakes (Irish Style)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12

Leftover Potato Cakes (Irish Style) recipe for a hearty breakfast or snack

by The Chefin Breakfast/Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
	1 egg
	1 -2 cup plain flour
	1 pinch salt and pepper
	3 -4 1 cup grated cheese ( optional ) or 1 cup grated carrot ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

296

Sugar

Fat

11g

Leftover Potato Cakes (Irish Style) are a popular breakfast and snack option in Ireland. They are made using leftover mashed potatoes, which are mixed with some flour, eggs, and cheese or grated carrots to form a thick batter. The potato cakes are then pan-fried until golden brown and served hot with some sour cream or ketchup. The texture of the potato cakes is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a satisfying and filling meal option. They are perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes that may have gone to waste and can be customized to include your favorite herbs or spices for added flavor.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the leftover mashed potatoes until well combined.
2.	Gradually mix in the flour, salt, and pepper until the mixture forms a thick dough.
3.	Fold in the grated cheese or grated carrots until evenly distributed.
4.	Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and grease it lightly.
5.	Using a spoon, drop the potato mixture onto the skillet and press it down to form a disc shape.
6.	Cook the potato cakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.
7.	Serve hot with some sour cream or ketchup.

PROS

Leftover Potato Cakes (Irish Style) are a great way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes into a delicious and hearty breakfast or snack option.

They are easy to make, and the addition of cheese or carrots helps to enhance their flavor and nutritional value.

CONS

If you don’t have any leftover mashed potatoes on hand, you will have to boil and mash some fresh potatoes, which may take some time and effort.

Also, the potato cakes can be quite filling, so you should watch your portion sizes if you’re trying to watch your calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium.
They are also low in fat and sodium, making them a healthy addition to any diet.
Adding some grated carrots to the potato cakes provides additional fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.