Cheesy Potato Balls

Name: Cheesy Potato Balls
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 150 g grated Gouda cheese; 1 pc large egg; 50 g all-purpose flour; 100 g breadcrumbs; 5 g salt; 1 g ground black pepper; 2 g sweet paprika powder; 0.5 g ground nutmeg; 500 ml vegetable oil for frying

Difficulty

easy

Time

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Medium

These crispy, golden-brown on the outside, and creamy cheesy potato balls are truly mouth-watering bites. They are perfect as a side dish, party snack, or simply a delicious treat. Easy to prepare, they are guaranteed to be a favorite for anyone who loves potatoes and cheese.

ingredients

4 Servings

150 g grated Gouda cheese1 pc large egg50 g all-purpose flour100 g breadcrumbs5 g salt1 g ground black pepper2 g sweet paprika powder0.5 g ground nutmeg500 ml vegetable oil for frying

Steps

Prepare Potatoes

Peel the potatoes, cut them into larger pieces, then boil them in salted water until tender (about 20-25 minutes). Drain thoroughly and mash them while still warm with a potato masher or fork to avoid lumps.

Make the Dough

To the warm, mashed potatoes, add the grated cheese, egg, 2 tablespoons of flour, salt, pepper, sweet paprika, and nutmeg. Knead thoroughly until you get a homogeneous, well-formable dough. If it's too soft, add a little more flour.

Form and Bread Balls

Form walnut-sized balls from the mixture. Prepare three plates: one with the remaining flour, one with the beaten egg, and the third with the breadcrumbs. Roll the balls first in flour, then in egg, and finally in breadcrumbs.

Fry the Balls

Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat (to about 170-180°C or 340-350°F). Once the oil is hot, fry the potato balls in batches until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Remove them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately!

Extra Tips

► Ensure your mashed potatoes aren't too watery, otherwise, it will be harder to form balls. If it's too soft, add a little more flour.

► Use a neutral-flavored oil for frying, such as sunflower or canola oil, and make sure it's at the right temperature.

► Serve them fresh and hot, perhaps with a garlic sour cream dip or ketchup.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 300g
Calories	280 kcal	840 kcal
Protein	7g	21g
Fat	18g	54g
Carbohydrate	22g	66g
Fiber	2g	6g
Sugar	1g	3g