Recipe for Starchy Crispy Potato Balls

Ingredients:

1. Four large, starchy potatoes (Idalic or Russet are ideal)
2. Two teaspoons of butter
3. 1/4 cup milk (for a deeper flavor, use cream)
4. Half a cup of shredded cheese (marble or cheddar are excellent options)
5. Half a teaspoon of powdered garlic
6. Half a teaspoon of onion powder
7. Half a teaspoon of salt
8. 1/4 tsp black pepper
9. Half a cup of all-purpose flour
10. Two huge eggs that have been beaten
11. One and a half cups of breadcrumbs (add panko for crunch)
12. Canola or vegetable oil for frying

Directions:

1. Get the potatoes cooked:

• Cut the potatoes into cubes after peeling them. For ten to fifteen minutes, or until fork-tender, boil them in salted water.
• While the potatoes are still warm, drain them and mash them.

2. Get the potato mixture ready.

• To the mashed potatoes, add the butter, milk, onion and garlic powders, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and smooth.
• Fold the cheese into the mashed potatoes if using. To make handling the mixture easier, allow it to cool slightly.

3. Form the balls of potatoes:

• Using your hands, form a little ball out of roughly 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture.
• Continue until every mashed potato has been shaped into a ball.

4. Give the potato balls some bread:

• Three bowls should be set up at the breading station: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs.
• Shake off any extra flour after rolling each potato ball in it.
• After dipping it into the beaten eggs, lightly press the breadcrumbs onto it to ensure they adhere.

5. Make the potato balls fried.

• In a saucepan or deep fryer, heat the oil to approximately 350°F (175°C).
• Avoid packing the skillet too full by frying the potato balls in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, stirring regularly, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Using a slotted spoon, remove the potato balls and set them on a paper towel-lined dish to drain any remaining oil.

6. Offer:

• Serve the hot, crispy potato balls with your preferred dipping sauce. They go nicely with sour cream, ketchup, or a hot aioli.
• A great snack for any occasion, these starchy crispy potato balls have a crunchy exterior and a soft, creamy interior.