Appetizer for 8
Fried Potato Cakes
Cold mashed potatoes combine with egg and flour before frying into golden, crisp cakes.
$0.65for 4 servings
$0.16 per serving$0.65 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 8servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Potatoes$0.99/lb typical | 0.7 lb | $0.68Typical price |
| Eggs$0.30 each typical | 1 | $0.30Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.19Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $1.30 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
FlourSalt and pepperCooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oil
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- oil (optional)
- chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Steps
- Mix the mashed potatoes, egg, flour, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Shape the mixture into eight flat cakes.
- Heat a thin layer of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the cakes for 4 minutes per side until golden and hot throughout.
- Drain the cakes briefly and sprinkle with parsley if using.
Swaps
- Potatoes for Sweet potatoesabout $0.30/lb more at typical prices
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