Crunchy, rich, salty and sharp. Hand holdable and great for appetizers and dipping!
Ingredients:
2 cup FRENCH'S® Cheddar French Fried Onions
1 cup Green Onion and Cilantro, diced/blended
2 lb Creamer Potatoes, cubed
1 cup Canola Oil
4 oz Green Chile, diced
2 oz Large Eggs
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
1/2 cup Bread Crumbs
1/2 cup water
1/2 tsp salt
Directions:
1. Prepare potatoes for microwave cooking by cubing and placing in a microwave safe bowl with 1/2 cup of water. Microwave on high for 8-10 minutes
2. Let stand for 2 minutes and mash roughly with 1/2 tsp salt, leaving a chunky texture
3. Chop and combine onion, cilantro and chile.
4. Spread the mashed potato on a work surface and fold in onion, cilantro, chile, and parmesan cheese
5. Beat 1 egg with 2 tbsp water and fold in to potato mixture
6. Divide potato mixture into 6-8 equal portions
7. Shape portions into balls, press to under 1 inch thick
8. Refrigerate for 30 minutes
9. Preheat oven to 400 degress
10. Beat remaining egg with 2 tbsp water and dip each ball before rolling in breadcrumbs and crushed French's Cheddar French Fried Onions.
11. Bake on greased cookie sheet for 20 minutes and serve warm
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