Lady Sarah’s Potato Cakes

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14

Classic Irish Lady Sarah's Potato Cakes recipe for breakfast

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

241

Sugar

Fat

15g

Lady Sarah's Potato Cakes are named after Lady Sarah, a member of the British royal family. They are a classic Irish breakfast dish that is still enjoyed by many today. The dish is made with mashed potatoes mixed with chopped ham and egg, then fried until golden brown. Lady Sarah's Potato Cakes are a delicious and easy way to start your day. They can be served as a breakfast main dish or a side dish.

Instructions

1.	Mix the mashed potatoes with butter and salt in a mixing bowl.
2.	Add one egg and mix until combined.
3.	Add the chopped ham and mix well.
4.	Preheat butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
5.	Take a spoonful of the mixture, shape into a small cake, and place it in the pan.
6.	Cook until golden brown, for about 2-3 minutes.
7.	Flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
8.	Repeat with the rest of the mixture until all the cakes are cooked.

PROS

Lady Sarah’s Potato Cakes are a classic breakfast dish that is easy and quick to make.
They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

If you have leftover mashed potatoes, this is a perfect way to use them up.

CONS

While Lady Sarah’s Potato Cakes are delicious, they are not particularly healthy and can be high in calories and sodium.
Eating too many may not be beneficial for your health.

If you have dietary restrictions, you may need to modify the recipe to fit your needs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The potatoes in this recipe are a great source of carbohydrates and fiber. They also contain important vitamins and minerals such as potassium and vitamin C. Ham is a good source of protein. However, this dish is high in sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation.

	8 ounces mashed potatoes
	1/2 - 1 ounce butter
	salt
	1 egg
	2 ounces ham , finely chopped
	butter ( for frying )