Crispy Spinach and Potato Patties

Yesss—Crispy Spinach and Potato Patties are comfort food that pretends to be healthy 😄
Crispy outside, soft inside, and perfect for snacks, sides, or meatless meals.

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Crispy Spinach & Potato Patties 🥔🌿

Ingredients

• 2 large potatoes, boiled & mashed

• 1 cup spinach, finely chopped (fresh or thawed frozen)

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 green chili or pinch of chili flakes (optional)

• ½ tsp cumin or paprika

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• 2–3 tbsp breadcrumbs or flour (for binding)

• 1 egg (optional, for extra firmness)

• Oil for shallow frying

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Instructions

1. Prep the spinach
   Sauté spinach briefly until wilted. Squeeze out excess moisture—this is key for crispiness.

2. Mix the patty base
   In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, spinach, onion, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper.

3. Bind the mixture
   Add breadcrumbs or flour (and egg if using). Mix until it holds together.

4. Shape patties
   Form small, flat patties—thin patties crisp better.

5. Cook
   Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
   Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

6. Drain & serve
   Place on paper towels and serve hot.

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Pro Tips for Extra Crispiness 🔥

• Use cold mashed potatoes

• Don’t overcrowd the pan

• Press patties gently while frying

• For extra crunch, coat lightly in breadcrumbs before frying

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Baking or Air Fryer Options

• Oven: 400°F (200°C), brush with oil, bake 20–25 min, flip halfway

• Air fryer: 375°F (190°C), 10–12 min, flip once

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Serve With

• Yogurt or garlic dip

• Green chutney or ketchup

• Fresh salad or inside a burger bun

If you want, I can make these vegan, cheese-stuffed, or turn them into kid-friendly nuggets.