These ham mashed potato cakes are the most amazing way to use leftover mashed potatoes. They are incredibly cheesy and make for a delicious snack or appetizer!
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Servings: 18cakes
Calories: 150kcal
Author: Richa Gupta
Ingredients
4cupsmashed potatoes
2cupsshredded Mozzarella
1Egg
1/4cupFlour
1Jalapenodeseeded and chopped finely
2Garlic Clovesfinely minced
4slicesof Hamfinely chopped
1/2cupplain Bread Crumbsfor coating
4-6tablespoonsOil for shallow frying
Sour Cream or Mayonnaise for serving
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix together mashed potatoes, mozzarella, egg, flour, jalapeno, garlic and ham till combined. The mixture should be thick and should hold its shape. If its too loose, add a tablespoon of a flour at a time (this will depend on the consistency of your mashed potatoes)
Use an ice cream scoop to scoop out the mixture and form it into patties which are about 1/3 inches in thickness. Coat each cake evenly in a thin coating of breadcrumbs and set aside.
Heat oil in a pan and fry the patties in a single layer on each side for 3-4 minutes till golden brown on both sides.
Serve hot with sour cream or mayonnaise.
Nutrition Facts
Ham Mashed Potato Cakes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 23mg8%
Sodium 191mg8%
Potassium 183mg5%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 106IU2%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 74mg7%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.