Hey there, fellow foodies! Let’s dive into a simple yet scrumptious dish that’s sure to satisfy your cravings. Imagine crispy potato pancakes or fritters, jazzed up with onions, cheese, and a touch of parsley for that extra zing. Here’s my go-to recipe for whipping up this tasty easy grated potato dish:
Italian Nonna’s Easy Grated Potato Dish
Ingredients:
– 3 potatoes (You can’t go wrong with russets!)
– 2 onions
– 2 eggs
– 75g of your favorite cheese (I love using a sharp cheddar or mozzarella for that ooey-gooey goodness)
– A handful of fresh parsley, chopped finely (for that burst of freshness)
– Bread crumbs (Just enough to add that delightful crunch)
– Butter (for frying or that extra richness)
– 4 tablespoons of wheat flour (to bring everything together)
– Sunflower oil (for frying)
– Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
1. Let’s kick things off by prepping our potatoes and onions. Peel ’em, grate the potatoes coarsely, and finely chop or grate the onions. Now, to get rid of any excess moisture from the potatoes, I like to give them a good squeeze using a clean kitchen towel or some paper towels.
2. Next up, let’s mix our main ingredients. In a big ol’ bowl, combine the grated potatoes, onions, eggs, and that glorious grated cheese. Don’t forget to toss in that freshly chopped parsley to elevate the flavors. Season generously with salt and pepper to suit your taste buds.
3. Time to bind everything together! Sprinkle in the wheat flour and mix it all up. If you’re craving some extra texture (who isn’t?), go ahead and throw in some bread crumbs. Just save most of ’em for coating later on.
4. Now, let’s shape our dish. Get your hands in there and form the mixture into patties or balls—totally up to you! If the mixture feels too wet to hold its shape, simply add a tad more flour or bread crumbs to adjust.
5. It’s coating time! Gently roll each patty or ball in those bread crumbs. This step isn’t a must, but trust me, it adds a delightful crunch that’s worth it.
6. Heat up a good amount of sunflower oil and a knob of butter (for that extra flavor boost) in a frying pan over medium heat. Once it’s nice and hot, add in your potato patties or balls. Fry ’em up until they’re golden brown and crispy on both sides—about 3 to 5 minutes per side, depending on their size.
7. Once they’re perfectly cooked, transfer those golden beauties to a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any excess oil.
8. Time to serve up some cozy goodness! These potato delights are best enjoyed piping hot, maybe with a sprinkle of extra parsley on top. Whether you devour ’em on their own or dunk ’em in some sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce, they’re bound to hit the spot.
This recipe is super versatile, so feel free to get creative and make it your own. It’s all about embracing those simple, comforting flavors and adding your own personal touch. Happy cooking, friends!
