Crispy Cheesy Potato Balls

Ingredients:

For the Potato Mixture:

• 4 large potatoes
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp cornstarch or flour

For the Filling:

• 200g ground beef or shredded chicken
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Fresh parsley or cilantro
• Salt, paprika, and black pepper
• Mozzarella cheese cubes

For Coating:

• 2 eggs
• Breadcrumbs

For Frying:

• Oil for deep frying

Instructions:

1. Boil the potatoes until soft, then mash them while still warm.
2. Add salt, pepper, butter, and cornstarch. Mix until smooth.
3. In a pan, cook the onion and garlic with the meat and seasonings.
4. Take a small amount of mashed potato, flatten it, and add some filling plus a cube of cheese in the center.
5. Shape into balls.
6. Dip each ball into beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
7. Fry until golden brown and crispy.

✨ Crispy on the outside, cheesy and creamy on the inside — perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party food!