These potato pancakes with instant potatoes are crispy, crusty, and delicious. They are nothing more than cold instant mashed potatoes shaped into patties and browned in butter. A sprinkle of chives adds color and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup dry potato flakes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, divided
- 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup sour cream for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Whisk together cold water, egg, and salt in a large bowl until salt has dissolved. Mix in dry potato flakes until incorporated. Stir in 1 tablespoon chives; season with black pepper and cayenne pepper.
Step 2
Divide potato mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into pancakes.
Step 3
Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl the pan to combine.
Step 4
Place pancakes in the pan, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the bottoms are browned, about 10 minutes. Flip and flatten slightly. Cook until other sides are browned, 7 to 8 more minutes.
Step 5
Transfer pancakes to a serving plate. Top each with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with remaining chives.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 135 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat11g | 13% |
Saturated Fat5g | 23% |
Cholesterol55mg | 18% |
Sodium346mg | 15% |
Total Carbohydrate8g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 3% |
Total Sugars0g | |
Protein3g | |
Vitamin C8mg | 42% |
Calcium30mg | 2% |
Iron0mg | 2% |
Potassium144mg | 3% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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