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Crispy Potato Balls
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Crispy Potato Balls
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Crispy Potato Balls

These crispy potato balls are a delicious and easy snack to make at home. Mashed potatoes are mixed with cornstarch and seasonings, then formed into small balls and deep-fried until golden brown and perfectly crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. Perfect for a quick snack or appetizer.
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Crispy Potato Balls on a Plate
Crispy Potato Balls on a Plate

Recipe Information

28m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
38m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Indonesian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
7g
Protein
45g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Golden Brown Potato Balls Frying
Golden Brown Potato Balls Frying

Ingredients

  • Potatoes

    4 pieces
  • Cornstarch

    3 tablespoons
  • Salt

    1 teaspoon
  • Broth Powder
    (Or chicken/vegetable seasoning powder)

    1 teaspoon
  • Pepper

    1 teaspoon
  • Celery Leaves
    (For garnish)

    as needed garnish
Servings: 4
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Stack of Crispy Potato Balls
Stack of Crispy Potato Balls

Instructions

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  • 1

    Boil the potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them thoroughly in a bowl until smooth. Ensure there are no lumps.
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    Boil the potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them thoroughly in a bowl until smooth. Ensure there are no lumps.
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    For smoother mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer or mash them while still hot.
  • 2

    Add cornstarch, salt, broth powder, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and form a cohesive dough.
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    Add cornstarch, salt, broth powder, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and form a cohesive dough.
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    You can adjust the seasonings to your preference. A little garlic powder can also enhance the flavor.
  • 3

    Take small portions of the potato mixture and roll them into uniform bite-sized balls.
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    Take small portions of the potato mixture and roll them into uniform bite-sized balls.
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    Lightly oil your hands to prevent the potato mixture from sticking while rolling the balls.
  • 4

    Heat cooking oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the potato balls into the oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
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    Heat cooking oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the potato balls into the oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
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    Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches to maintain oil temperature and ensure even crispiness. Flip them occasionally for even cooking.
  • 5

    Remove the crispy potato balls from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Garnish with chopped celery leaves before serving.
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    Remove the crispy potato balls from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Garnish with chopped celery leaves before serving.
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    Serve immediately while hot for the best crispy texture. They pair well with chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
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