Ohhh yes 🍽️✨ Golden-Brown Fried Patties—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main. I can give a versatile recipe that works for potatoes, meat, or veggies.
🥔🍖 Golden-Brown Fried Patties
Ingredients (makes 6–8 patties)
Base
- 2 cups mashed potatoes or cooked, shredded chicken/beef
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional, for extra richness)
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped herbs (parsley, cilantro) or spices (paprika, garlic powder, chili flakes)
For frying
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or enough to shallow-fry
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare mixture
- In a large bowl, combine your base (potatoes or meat), onions, cheese, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and any herbs/spices.
- Mix well until it holds together. If too wet, add more breadcrumbs.
2️⃣ Shape patties
- Form mixture into small round or oval patties (2–3 inches).
- Lightly coat each patty in breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
3️⃣ Heat oil
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Test by dropping a tiny piece of bread—if it sizzles, it’s ready.
4️⃣ Fry patties
- Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden-brown and crispy.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if needed.
5️⃣ Drain & serve
- Place fried patties on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with dipping sauce (ketchup, aioli, or chutney).
Pro Tips
- Crispy coating: double-coat in breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Uniform size: ensures even frying.
- Flavor boost: add a pinch of smoked paprika or chili powder.
- Make ahead: shape patties and refrigerate for 30 min before frying—they hold together better.
🔥 Variations
- 🥔 Potato & cheese patties
- 🍗 Chicken or beef patties
- 🥦 Veggie patties (carrot, zucchini, chickpeas)
- 🧄 Garlic herb patties with aioli dip
If you want, I can make a “super cheesy, melt-in-your-mouth golden patties” version next 😏.
Do you want me to do that?
