Potato Fritters with Carrot and Cheese

Emanoel Leonardo
These crispy potato fritters with carrot and cheese are golden on the outside and soft on the inside. A simple homemade recipe that many say tastes even better than meat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Acompanhamento, Lache
Cuisine Brazilian, Home Cooking
Servings 4 servings
Calories 260 kcal

Equipment

  • pot
  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 800 g potatoes cut into pieces
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 unit grated carrot
  • 150 g shredded mozzarella cheese
  • chopped parsley or green herbs to taste
  • 2 units eggs
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • Cook the potatoes in hot water until they become very soft.
  • Drain the cooked potatoes and set them aside.
  • In a pan, melt the butter and sauté the grated carrot.
  • Mash the potatoes well until they form a smooth mash.
  • Add the sautéed carrot, shredded mozzarella cheese, and chopped herbs.
  • Mix everything until a soft dough forms.
  • Use a spoon to shape small balls or fritters.
  • In a bowl, mix the eggs, yogurt, and flour until smooth.
  • Dip each fritter into the batter mixture.
  • Heat oil in a skillet and fry the fritters until golden.
  • Turn them to brown evenly on all sides.
  • Remove and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Notes

You can add extra seasoning like paprika, garlic powder, or black pepper to enhance the flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4200IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 160mgIron: 1.5mg
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