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Crispy Potato Cheese Patties

Golden fried potato patties stuffed with melty mozzarella cheese. Crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy inside, these easy patties make a perfect snack or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 | Box grater |
  • 1 | Mixing bowl |
  • 1 | Skillet or frying pan |
  • 1 | Spatula |
  • 1 | Paper towels |

Ingredients
  

  • 3 | | medium potatoes | peeled
  • 1 | | large egg |
  • 0.5 | tsp | black pepper |
  • 0.5 | tsp | salt |
  • 2 | tbsp | chopped fresh parsley |
  • 4-6 | | cubes mozzarella cheese |
  • 1 | | | oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater.
  • Rinse grated potatoes in cold water, then squeeze dry thoroughly.
  • Mix potatoes with egg, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  • Flatten a portion of mixture, place cheese cube in center, and seal into a patty.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Fry patties 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp.
  • Drain on paper towels and serve hot while cheese is melted.

Notes

Squeeze potatoes very well to keep patties crispy.
Best enjoyed fresh and hot for maximum cheese pull.
Leftovers reheat well in a skillet or air fryer.
Seal cheese completely to prevent leaking during frying.