Pizza Potato Cakes
Transform your favorite pizza flavors into a crispy, golden masterpiece with these irresistible Pizza Potato Cakes. Made with creamy mashed russet potatoes, melty mozzarella cheese, and savory diced pepperoni, these patties are seasoned to perfection with Italian herbs and a hint of black pepper. Pan-fried to achieve a delectable crunch, these potato cakes are a playful twist on classic comfort food, perfect for family dinners or appetizer spreads. Served with marinara sauce for dipping and topped with fresh basil for a pop of brightness, this recipe is quick to whip up, requiring just 20 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples. Whether you're looking for a fun party snack or a creative side dish, Pizza Potato Cakes deliver big flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 cup, shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup, diced Pepperoni
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup, for serving Marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) Fresh basil
Instructions
Peel and dice the russet potatoes. Boil them in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.
Mash the potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Add the shredded mozzarella cheese, diced pepperoni, flour, eggs, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture and shape it into a flat patty, about 1/2 inch thick. Repeat with the remaining mixture, forming all of the potato cakes before cooking.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, place the potato cakes in the skillet, being careful not to overcrowd. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the cooked potato cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining cakes, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
Serve the pizza potato cakes warm with marinara sauce for dipping. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
615 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.6 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1029 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1589 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
