Ingredients for Mashed Potato Pancakes Southern Style
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- ½ cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Sour cream, for serving
- Hot sauce, for serving
- Eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil, for frying
- Chives, for serving
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How to Make Mashed Potato Pancakes Southern Style
- In a large bowl, combine leftover mashed potatoes (about 2 cups), 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Gently mix in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Drop 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, chives, or hot sauce.
- Enjoy your delicious and easy Southern-style mashed potato pancakes!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
13 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
4g
Carbs
3g
