Old-Fashioned Potato Cakes

Name: Old-Fashioned Potato Cakes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 2 cups mashed potatoes; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 onion, diced; 1 egg; 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.5 cup vegetable oil, or as needed

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These potato cakes are simple and quick to make with only a few ingredients. Great with any meal and kids of all ages love 'em!

Recipe by DaMonkey

Updated on October 21, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 onion, diced
1 egg
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Directions

Mix mashed potatoes, flour, onion, egg, black pepper, and salt in a bowl until well combined, similar to a batter consistency.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop 4-inch circles of batter into the hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes per side; drain on paper towels. Repeat with any remaining batter.

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Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

255	Calories
5g	Fat
45g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 255
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	6%
Saturated Fat 1g	6%
Cholesterol 49mg	16%
Sodium 627mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 45g	16%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 9mg	43%
Calcium 44mg	3%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 407mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.