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Potato Cheese Balls
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Potato Cheese Balls

45 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • potatoes (peeled, boiled and mashed)Produce700 g
  • mozzarella cheese (cut into small cubes)Dairy150 g
  • parmesan (grated)Dairy40 g
  • cornstarchPantry40 g
  • eggs (beaten)Dairy2 pieces
  • breadcrumbsBakery120 g
  • saltSpices5 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices2 g
  • vegetable oil (for frying)Pantry500 ml

per serving

Nutrition

355kcal

Carbs
44 g
Proteins
11 g
Fat
15 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Mixing bowl ×3
  • Potato masher
  • Frying pan
  • Slotted spoon

step by step

Method

  1. Cook and mash the potatoes

    • Boil the peeled potatoes in salted water until tender.
    • Drain and mash until smooth, then let cool slightly.
    Step 1
  2. Make the potato mixture

    • Mix the mashed potatoes with the parmesan, cornstarch, salt and pepper.
    • Adjust the texture with a little more cornstarch if the mixture is too soft.
    Step 2
  3. Shape and fill the balls

    • Take a portion of the potato mixture and flatten it in your hand.
    • Place a cheese cube in the centre and close the mixture around it into a ball.
    Step 3
  4. Coat the balls

    • Roll each ball in the beaten eggs.
    • Then coat evenly in the breadcrumbs.
    Step 4
  5. Fry until golden

    • Heat the oil to about 175 °C.
    • Fry the balls in batches until deep golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
    Step 5