Cheesy Potato Patties

🥔 Crispy Cheesy Potato Patties (Cheese-Stuffed)

Golden on the outside, soft inside, with melted stretchy cheese — perfect as a snack, appetizer, or quick dinner.

🧀 Ingredients

• 3 large potatoes (boiled & mashed)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or melting cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 egg
• 3–4 tbsp flour (or breadcrumbs)
• 2 tbsp grated parmesan (optional)
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
• Oil or butter for frying

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Potato Mixture

1. Boil potatoes until soft.
2. Mash smoothly while warm.
3. Add:
   
   • egg
   • flour
   • parsley
   • salt, pepper, garlic powder
5. Mix until a soft dough forms.

2️⃣ Stuff with Cheese

1. Take a small portion of potato mixture.
2. Flatten in your hand.
3. Place cheese in the center.
4. Seal and shape into a thick patty.

3️⃣ Fry Until Crispy

1. Heat oil or butter in a pan over medium heat.
2. Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side.
3. Cook until golden brown and crispy.

🔥 Air Fryer Option

• Brush patties lightly with oil
• Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.

✅ Tips for Perfect Patties

✔ Chill patties 15 minutes before frying (prevents breaking)

✔ Use mozzarella for stretchy cheese

✔ Add chopped green onions or chili flakes for extra flavor