Cheesy potato balls are a delicious and savory snack made from mashed potatoes and melted cheese, then shaped into balls and fried or baked to perfection. Here’s a simple recipe for making cheesy potato balls:
Ingredients:
- 4 medium potatoes (peeled and boiled)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of your choice)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for coating)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for binding)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for binding)
- Oil (for frying, or for greasing if baking)
Instructions:
- Prepare the potatoes:
- Peel and chop the potatoes into cubes. Boil them in salted water for about 10-12 minutes or until soft and easily mashable.
- Drain the potatoes and mash them until smooth. You can use a potato masher or a fork for this.
- Mix in the cheese and seasonings:
- Add the butter to the hot mashed potatoes and mix until melted.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, garlic powder, green onions (if using), salt, and pepper. Let the mixture cool down for a bit.
- Shape the potato balls:
- Once the potato mixture is cool enough to handle, take small portions and roll them into balls (about the size of a golf ball). If the mixture is too sticky, you can lightly grease your hands with some oil or flour.
- To help bind the balls, you can dip them in flour before shaping them.
- Coat the potato balls:
- Roll each potato ball in breadcrumbs to coat it evenly. This will give the balls a crispy texture when fried or baked.
- Fry or bake the balls:
- To fry: Heat oil in a deep pan or frying pot over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the potato balls in the oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- To bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the potato balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly spray them with cooking spray or brush with oil. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, turning halfway, until the balls are golden brown.
- Serve:
- Serve the cheesy potato balls warm with a dipping sauce of your choice, such as ranch, ketchup, or a spicy dipping sauce.
Enjoy your cheesy, crispy potato balls!
