Mini Potato Balls
Dreamy Ocelot

Mini Potato Balls

Crispy golden potato balls with a spicy kick - a perfect crunchy snack made from simple boiled potatoes and aromatic spices.

37Min
4Servings
195Cal
EasyLevel
VegetarianVeganGluten freeKid friendlySpicy 3/5vegetarian
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Equipment

Knife
Cutting board
Mixing bowl
Mixing spoon
Frying pan
Stove
Tongs
Plate

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

boiled potatoes (boiled, peeled)

2 piece

cornflour

4 tablespoon

salt

1 tablespoon

red chilli powder

1 tablespoon

Instructions

1

Mash the potatoes

Peel and mash the boiled potatoes until smooth.

5 min
Make sure potatoes are completely cooled before mashing to avoid sticky mixture
2

Mix all ingredients

Add cornflour, salt, and red chilli powder to the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly until a soft dough forms.

3 min
Adjust cornflour if the mixture is too wet or too dry
3

Shape the potato balls

Take small portions of the mixture and roll into smooth, round balls about the size of a walnut.

12 min
Keep your hands lightly oiled to prevent sticking
4

Heat the oil

Pour oil into a pan and heat over medium heat until it reaches frying temperature.

3 minMedium heat
Test with a small piece of mixture - it should sizzle gently
5

Fry the potato balls

Carefully add the potato balls to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden and crispy on all sides.

12 minMedium heattimer 12 min
Do not overcrowd the pan - fry in small batches for even cooking
6

Drain and serve

Remove the crispy potato balls with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

2 min
Serve immediately while hot and crispy

Storage

Fridge: 2 days
Freezer: 30 days
Reheat: Air fryer at 180°C for 5-7 minutes or oven at 200°C for 8-10 minutes

Best enjoyed fresh and hot. Reheat in air fryer or oven to restore crispiness. Do not microwave as they will become soggy.

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