Simple potato balls that are soft inside with a crispy crust outside, perfect for a Christmas appetizer. Easy to work dough, ideal for cooking in an air fryer or oven.
Boil the potatoes in salted water until soft.
Drain the potatoes and mash them with a potato masher or a fork until a smooth puree is obtained without lumps.
Add to the puree 3-4 tablespoons of grated parmesan, 1 egg, and a pinch of salt; mix well.
Incorporate 2-3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour or cornstarch to obtain a soft yet workable dough; adjust the quantity if necessary.
Lightly grease your hands and form balls with the dough.
Cook: for air fryer set to 190°C for about 10 minutes; for a preheated oven at 200°C cook for about 15 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Serve hot as a festive appetizer.
Potato masher
Oven or air fryer
The dough remains soft and slightly sticky but is easy to handle by greasing your hands. The quantities are indicative for 4 people as finger food; adjust times and quantities based on the size of the balls and the oven/air fryer used.
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| Energy (kcal) | 147.48 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 16.7 |
| of which Sugars (g) | 0.34 |
| Fat (g) | 5.56 |
| of which Saturates (g) | 2.96 |
| Protein (g) | 8.26 |
| Fiber (g) | 0.86 |
| Sale (g) | 0.11 |
