Crispy Potato Balls are the ultimate snack for anyone who loves crunchy, golden bites filled with soft, flavorful potato inside. Whether you want a quick tea-time snack, a party appetizer, or a delicious side dish, this recipe will always hit the spot. With just a few ingredients and an easy 3-step process, you’ll have perfectly crispy potato balls ready to serve!
Preparation Time: 15 minutes (plus boiling and cooling time)
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 10–12 potato balls
Ingredients
Potato Filling:
6–7 small potatoes
½ tsp salt
½ tsp red pepper
½ tsp dried coriander
¼ tsp black pepper
Coating:
1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for potato mixture)
1 egg (for coating)
2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for coating)
1 cup bread crumbs (for coating)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Potato Mixture
Start by boiling the potatoes in water for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender and soft when pierced with a fork. Once boiled, let them cool slightly before peeling off the skin. Mash the potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth and lump-free. Add salt, red pepper, dried coriander, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour. Mix everything thoroughly until a smooth, well-seasoned dough-like mixture forms. This mixture will be the base for your crispy potato balls.
Step 2: Shape and Coat the Potato Balls
Take small portions of the potato mixture and roll them into uniform balls between your palms. You should be able to make 10–12 balls depending on the size of your potatoes. Next, set up a coating station with three bowls: one with 2 tablespoons of flour, one with a whisked egg, and one with bread crumbs. Roll each potato ball first in the flour, then dip it into the egg, and finally coat it generously with bread crumbs. This triple-layer coating ensures the potato balls will have a perfectly crunchy exterior when cooked.
Step 3: Cook Until Crispy
You can either fry or bake the potato balls depending on your preference:
- For frying: Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Carefully drop the coated potato balls into the oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3–4 minutes. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on tissue paper to absorb excess oil.
- For baking: Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Arrange the coated balls on a lined baking tray, spray lightly with oil, and bake for 15–18 minutes. Make sure to flip them halfway through baking to ensure even crispiness.
Once cooked, serve hot with ketchup, garlic mayo, or your favorite dip.
Tips for the Best Crispy Potato Balls
- Make sure the boiled potatoes are cooled before mashing to prevent the mixture from becoming sticky.
- Double-coating with egg and bread crumbs gives an even crunchier texture.
- Add extras like grated cheese, chopped chilies, or fresh herbs into the potato mixture for variation.
- If baking, remember to turn the potato balls halfway through for even crisping.
Final Thoughts
These Crispy Potato Balls are a snack that’s loved by everyone — crunchy, tasty, and so easy to make. Whether you fry them for a quick fix or bake them for a healthier version, they will be gone from the plate in minutes. For more tasty snack recipes, you might also enjoy Cheesy Potato Bake, Crispy Beef Chops, or Crispy BBQ Honey Chicken Wings.
