Easy Potato Fritters
These crispy, golden potato fritters are a simple and delicious way to enjoy potatoes. Grated potatoes are mixed with flour, eggs, and seasonings, then fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer, these fritters are quick to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Serve with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra touch of flavor!
Ingredients
- 6-7 medium potatoes, boiled and peeled (about 2pounds)
- 1 pound white cheese
- 1/4 cup cornmeal plus 2tbsp for rolling the frittatas
- 4 large eggs
- 3 tsp oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or green onions (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
Mash or grate the potatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheese, spices, 2 eggs, cornmeal, and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 12 tennis ball-sized portions, then flatten each slightly into a patty shape.
- Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Place cornmeal in a shallow dish.
- Beat the remaining eggs in a separate deep dish.
- Coat each potato patty in cornmeal, then dip it into the beaten eggs.
- Once the oil is hot, add the patties in batches. Fry for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Remove the fritters from the skillet and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately, topped with chopped parsley.
- Optional: Serve with a dipping sauce like sour cream, garlic aioli, or ketchup.