A golden, crispy recipe that wins hearts at the first bite
Who said you need meat to make a dish unforgettable? Sometimes, the most humble ingredients—potatoes, onions, and a little creativity—can create something so delicious that even meat lovers ask for seconds. This recipe proves it: crispy potato patties with onions, cheese, and herbs, golden on the outside and irresistibly soft on the inside.
Simple, affordable, and incredibly satisfying, this dish is perfect for busy days, family meals, or when you just want comfort food that truly delivers.
🌟 Why This Dish Is So Special
What makes these potato patties better than meat?
- Potatoes provide richness, comfort, and a naturally satisfying texture
- Onions and garlic add deep, savory flavor
- Cheese brings creaminess and umami
- Herbs and spring onions add freshness
- Crispy frying creates that irresistible golden crust
The result? A dish that’s filling, flavorful, and loved by everyone at the table.
🧺 Ingredients (Simple & Budget-Friendly)
You’ll need:
- 3 potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 1 onion, finely sliced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 5 cloves of garlic, minced
- 100 g cheese, grated
- 1 bunch spring onions, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- Salt, to taste
- 3 tablespoons flour
- Sunflower oil, for frying
👉 Optional additions: black pepper, paprika, or dried herbs for extra flavor.
🍽️ Step-by-Step: How to Make These Delicious Potato Patties
🔪 Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes
- Boil the potatoes until fork-tender
- Peel and mash them while still warm
- Let them cool slightly
Smooth potatoes help everything bind perfectly.
🧄 Step 2: Build the Flavor
In a large bowl, add:
- Mashed potatoes
- Sliced onion
- Grated carrot
- Minced garlic
- Grated cheese
- Chopped spring onions
Mix gently until well combined.
🥚 Step 3: Bind the Mixture
- Add 1 egg
- Season with salt (and optional spices)
- Add 3 tablespoons of flour
Mix until you get a soft but moldable mixture.
👉 If too wet, add a little more flour.
✋ Step 4: Shape the Patties
- Lightly oil your hands
- Shape small round patties, slightly flattened
Uniform size helps them cook evenly.
🔥 Step 5: Fry Until Golden
- Heat sunflower oil in a pan over medium heat
- Fry patties for 3–4 minutes per side
- Turn carefully until golden brown and crispy
Drain on paper towels.
😋 Taste & Texture: Why Everyone Loves Them
- Outside: crispy, golden, lightly crunchy
- Inside: soft, cheesy, and full of flavor
- Aroma: savory, comforting, and irresistible
They’re so good that you honestly won’t miss the meat.
🥗 How to Serve Them
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