A taste of tradition: Whipping up quick and easy potato patties
Are you wondering what to make for a quick dinner? If you have leftover potatoes from yesterday, consider preparing tasty and filling potato patties. Discover how to create an inexpensive and delicious meal.
Potato patties have been a staple for years as a cheap and filling dinner option, especially valued during economic hardship.
The popularity of potato patties continues to grow, especially now, as we increasingly seek dishes that are simple and quick to prepare. Moreover, potato patties make excellent use of leftover potatoes from the previous day, exemplifying the "zero waste" approach and conscious cooking.
Traditional potato patties: ingredients
Boiling potatoes are the base of potato patties, which can be made with leftovers from dinner. In addition to potatoes, you'll need hard mozzarella cheese or tofu, eggs, breadcrumbs, and seasonings like salt and pepper.
The additions to the patties can vary. For example, adding mushrooms to the filling will infuse the dish with aroma and juiciness. You can also add fresh parsley or dill for more freshness. The vegan version can be enriched with various vegetables to delight any food lover's palate.
How to prepare potato patties?
The preparation of potato patties starts with boiling the potatoes (or using those left over from the previous day) and thoroughly mashing them. The key to perfect consistency is carefully pressing the potatoes through a ricer or grinding them in a grinder. Once mashed, add the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly.
The next step is forming the patties—they can be elongated or round. These prepared patties are first coated in flour, then in beaten egg, and finally in breadcrumbs. Finish by frying them in a pan or baking them in the oven.
What should you serve potato patties with? Potato patties can be served in many ways, tailored to your taste preferences. They are an excellent base dish that can be easily modified. Adding grated carrots, zucchini, or mushrooms to the mixture will enhance its flavour and nutritional value.
You can also experiment with spices, such as curry or paprika, to give the dish a more distinctive character. The patties can be served with traditional sauces, such as mushroom or tomato, and light yogurt dips with garlic. They also pair well with fresh vegetable salads, adding lightness to the meal.
