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Crispy Potato Cheese Balls
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Crispy Potato Cheese Balls

50 minServes 4Nutri-Score D€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • potatoes (peeled and boiled)Produce650 g
  • cornstarchPantry80 g
  • garlic powderSpices1.5 g
  • onion powderSpices1.5 g
  • saltSpices6 g
  • white pepperSpices2 g
  • fresh parsley (finely chopped)Produce4 g
  • Gouda cheese (cut into small cubes)Dairy150 g
  • sunflower oil (for deep frying)Pantry1 litre

per serving

Nutrition

413kcal

Carbs
36 g
Proteins
8 g
Fat
26 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Potato masher
  • Mixing bowl
  • Deep fryer
  • Slotted spoon
  • Kitchen thermometer

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the potatoes

    • Peel the potatoes and boil them in salted water until soft.
    • Drain well and mash until smooth.
    • Let cool slightly.
    Step 1
  2. Season and bind

    • Mix the mashed potatoes with the cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, white pepper and parsley until well combined.
    Step 2
  3. Form the balls

    • Take a spoonful of potato mixture and flatten it slightly.
    • Place a Gouda cube in the center and wrap the potato around it to form a ball.
    Step 3
  4. Chill

    • Place the balls on a tray and freeze so they hold their shape while frying.
    Step 4
  5. Fry

    • Heat the oil to about 170–175 °C.
    • Fry the potato balls until golden brown and crispy.
    Step 5
  6. Drain and serve

    • Remove to paper towels and let the excess oil drain.
    • Serve hot while the cheese is melty.
    Step 6