Description
Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes are a quick and delicious way to transform your leftovers into crispy, golden delights. Perfect for breakfast or brunch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) – optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the leftover mashed potatoes, egg, flour, green onions, cheese (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom.
- Scoop ¼ cup of the mixture into the skillet and flatten gently with a spatula to form a patty.
- Fry each pancake for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Flip when they easily release from the pan.
- Transfer cooked pancakes onto paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg