Potato Fritters

4.91 from 22 votes

Crispy outside and tender inside, these cheesy Potato Fritters will surprise you at first bite. Believe me when I say that these are the best potato pancakes ever! Simple and delicious.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Course: Appetizers, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: gluten-free

Servings: fritters

Ingredients

1 kg (2.2 lb) potatoes Russet potatoes or any type of starchy potatoes
1 egg
1 tbsp all purpose flour
1 ½ tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
seasonings of choice optional (garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, etc.)

Cheesy potato fritters (optional)

3 tbsp Parmesan cheese or shredded mozzarella

Instructions

Wash and peel the potatoes. Transfer to a large pot and cover with cold water, then turn on the heat and cook for about 6 minutes. After cooking, drain and let cool.
Using a grater or a food processor with a grating attachment, shred the potatoes.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded potatoes with egg, flour, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, Parmesan cheese (optional) and any seasoning of your choice (garlic powder, onion powder, etc). Mix until well-combined.
Take a small handful of the potato mixture and shape it into a disc. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Heat a nonstick skillet, slightly greased or oiled. When hot, place the fritters without overcrowding the pan. Cook over medium heat until the underside is golden, then flip with a spatula and cook on the other side.
Once they are cooked, remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil. Serve warm as a side dish, appetizer, or as a snack.

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