Crispy Potato Cakes with Garlic Chive Sauce

Ingredients: Serves 2-4

Potato Cakes:

• 2 cups mashed potatoes (chilled)
• 1/2 cup shredded Irish cheddar
• 1/4 cup flour (plus more if needed)
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp granulated garlic
• 2 tbsp chopped chives
• 2 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

Garlic Chive Sour Cream:

• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 clove roasted garlic, mashed (or 1/4 tsp granulated garlic)
• 1 tbsp chives, chopped
• 1/4 tsp salt + 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Mix mashed potatoes, cheddar, flour, egg, salt, pepper, garlic, and chives until combined. Add flour if too sticky.
2. Shape into 8 patties, about 1/2-inch thick. Chill for 10-15 minutes.
3. Fry in butter and olive oil over medium heat, 3-4 min per side, until golden.
4. Stir sour cream, garlic, chives, salt, and pepper together.
5. Serve warm with garlic chive sour cream. Enjoy!

Tips

✔️ Use cold mashed potatoes for best texture.
✔️ Don’t overcrowd the pan—fry in batches if needed.
✔️ Try it with corned beef, eggs, or a pint of stout!

Golden, crispy, and packed with flavor, these Irish Potato Cakes are the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Whether as a snack, side, or appetizer, they’re easy to make and absolutely delicious.