Ingredients
- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup onion finely diced (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, egg, flour, onion (if using), salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Scoop heaping tablespoons of the potato mixture into the hot oil and flatten slightly.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-5 minutes per side.
