Crispy Rosemary Potato Cakes: Easy & Elegant Side Dish

Rosemary Mashed Potato Cakes 🥔🌿

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8

Description:

These Rosemary Mashed Potato Cakes are the perfect solution for unexpected company dropping by for supper. Impress your guests by serving these flavorful cakes alongside juicy pork or veal cutlets and a refreshing Greek salad. With their crispy exterior and fluffy interior infused with the aromatic essence of fresh rosemary, your guests will feel like you’ve prepared a special treat just for them.

Ingredients:

• 2 large potatoes
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup corn kernels, thawed or fresh
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon margarine

Instructions:

1. Prepare Potatoes: Start by boiling the potatoes with their skins on until they are fork-tender. It’s important to keep the skins on for added texture and flavor.

2. Mash Potatoes: Once the potatoes are cooked, mash them in a large mixing bowl using a potato masher. Avoid using beaters as they can make the potatoes too smooth. Leave some chunks for texture.

3. Add Ingredients: Using a wooden spoon, incorporate the butter, sour cream, milk, and corn kernels into the mashed potatoes. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Mix everything together until well combined.

4. Form Patties: Divide the potato mixture into equal portions and shape them into patties. You can adjust the size of the patties based on your preference.

5. Coat with Crumbs: Roll each potato patty in fresh bread crumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated on all sides. This step will give the cakes a crispy exterior when cooked.

6. Prepare Oil Mixture: In a frying pan, heat the olive oil and margarine over medium heat. Add a sprig of fresh rosemary to the oil mixture. The rosemary will infuse the oil with its aromatic flavor, enhancing the taste of the potato cakes.

7. Pan Fry Potato Cakes: Carefully place the potato cakes into the hot oil mixture in the frying pan. Cook them for a few minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.

8. Infuse Flavor: As the potato cakes cook, the fresh rosemary in the frying pan will flavor the oil, which in turn will impart its delicious aroma and taste to the cakes, elevating their overall flavor profile.

9. Serve: Once the potato cakes are cooked to perfection, remove them from the frying pan and place them on a serving platter. Pair them with a tossed salad and your choice of veal or pork cutlets for a satisfying meal that will impress your guests.

10. Enjoy: Sit back, relax, and enjoy the compliments from your guests as they savor every bite of these delightful Rosemary Mashed Potato Cakes. The combination of creamy mashed potatoes and aromatic rosemary is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

These potato cakes are not only delicious but also versatile. You can customize them by adding your favorite herbs or spices to suit your taste preferences. Whether served as a side dish or the main attraction, these Rosemary Mashed Potato Cakes are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!