Crispy Mashed Potato Fries Recipe for Irresistible Snacking

A delightful clash of comfort and crunch awaits you with these Crispy Mashed Potato Fries! Perfect for snacking.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 fries

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fries

2 cups Mashed Potatoes Leftover mashed potatoes work best.
1 large Egg Or a flax egg for vegan option.
1 cup Bread Crumbs Panko or crushed cornflakes are great alternatives.
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper Add garlic powder for extra flavor.
as needed cups Oil For frying or baking.

For the Dipping Sauce

1 cup Ketchup A classic pairing.
½ cup Aioli For a gourmet touch.
½ cup Barbecue Sauce Adds a smoky sweetness.

Equipment

large pot
Mixing Bowl
Baking Sheet
Frying Pan
Parchment paper

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Prep the Potatoes: Peel and cut fresh potatoes into chunks, boil until tender, drain and mash.
Mix Ingredients: Combine cooled mashed potatoes with an egg, salt, and pepper; blend until creamy.
Shape Fries: Form portions of the potato mixture into fry shapes about ½-inch thick.
Coat Fries: Roll each fry in bread crumbs for an even coating.
Cook Fries: Fry in hot oil for 3-4 minutes until golden or bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes.
Serve: Cool slightly, transfer to a platter, and serve with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1friesCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use leftover mashed potatoes for a quicker prep. Maintain even sizes for consistent cooking and aim for a crispy texture by double coating with bread crumbs.

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