Description
Crispy mashed potato fries are a delightful twist on traditional comfort food, transforming leftover mashed potatoes into golden, crunchy bites that everyone will love. This easy recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights or unexpected gatherings. These fries are not only kid-friendly but also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite seasonings for an extra flavor boost. Serve them as a snack, side dish, or appetizer—they’re sure to impress at any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into quarters. Boil in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes).
- Drain and return the potatoes to a mixing bowl. Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper; mash until smooth.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly and then shape them into fry shapes.
- Roll each fry in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry the coated fries until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg