Mushroom Stuffed Potato Cakes (Print-Friendly Version)

Crispy potato cakes with savory mushroom filling, pan-fried for golden perfection and cheesy comfort.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

01 - 3 cups mashed potatoes (about 4 medium potatoes, cooked and mashed)
02 - 1 cup mushrooms, chopped finely
03 - 1 small onion, chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons butter or oil
05 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
06 - 1/4 cup flour
07 - 1 egg
08 - Salt and pepper to taste
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
11 - Oil for frying

# How to Make It:

01 - In a pan, sauté onion and mushrooms in butter until soft. Season with salt, pepper, and parsley. Let cool.
02 - In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, flour, egg, salt, and pepper until dough forms.
03 - Take a portion of potato dough, flatten it, place 1–2 tablespoons of mushroom filling (and cheese if using) inside, and cover with more potato. Shape into patties.
04 - Lightly coat patties with breadcrumbs. Heat oil in a skillet and fry until golden brown on both sides.
05 - Enjoy warm with sour cream or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use cold mashed potatoes for easier shaping.
02 - Try adding garlic or herbs for extra flavor.
03 - Bake instead of frying for a lighter version.