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Cheesy Potato Cakes Recipe

Cheesy Potato Cakes Recipe
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Delicious and crispy Cheesy Potato Cakes made from tender mashed potatoes mixed with potato starch and stuffed with gooey mozzarella or fontina cheese. These golden, pan-fried cakes make a perfect snack or side dish that’s both comforting and flavorful.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs peeled gold potatoes
  • 4 oz mozzarella cheese or small cubes of fontina cheese
  • 2/3 cup corn or potato starch
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Start cooking potatoes: Peel the potatoes and slice them into chunks. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the potato pieces along with a teaspoon of salt. Let the potatoes simmer for about 10 minutes or until they are soft enough to mash.
  2. Mash and blend ingredients: Drain the potatoes and transfer them into a large bowl. Mash them thoroughly until smooth. Season with salt and pepper and then mix in the potato starch, using your hands to knead the mixture into a firm, cohesive dough.
  3. Fill and shape discs: Take a 1/4 cup scoop of the dough and roll it into a ball. Flatten the ball slightly, place a few pieces of cheese in the center, then pinch the dough closed to encase the filling. Gently flatten the filled ball into a disc shape. Repeat this process with the remaining dough and cheese.
  4. Pan-cook the cakes: Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the potato cakes and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and the cheese inside has melted. Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

  • Use gold potatoes for their creamy texture which helps bind the cakes better.
  • You can substitute mozzarella with fontina for a richer, more delicate flavor.
  • Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to get a crispy crust without absorbing too much oil.
  • Serve these potato cakes warm with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
  • You can prepare the potato dough in advance and refrigerate before forming and frying.

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