Ham Cake-ettes

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These ham cakes are a great way to turn leftover Easter ham into a perfect combo of pancakes and croquettes. Serve with a honey mustard sauce or any variety of chutneys. Applesauce is also a nice accompaniment.

Submitted by Avon- status quo PRO
Updated on March 27, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 ½ cups cold mashed potatoes

  • 1 cup finely chopped cooked ham

  • 3 green onions, finely chopped

  • 1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs, divided

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Directions

  1. Mix together mashed potatoes, ham, green onions, 1/4 cup bread crumbs, egg, Dijon mustard, dill weed, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. If mixture is too moist to hold together, mix in an additional 1/4 cup bread crumbs.

  2. Place remaining bread crumbs into a shallow bowl.

  3. Scoop about 1/3 cup of the mixture and form into a ball; slightly flatten into a patty. Press both sides of patty into bread crumbs; tap off any loose crumbs. Repeat with remaining mixture.

  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until very hot. Fry patties, 2 to 3 at a time, in hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Editor's Notes

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the breading ingredients. The actual amount of the breading consumed will vary.

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

201 Calories
8g Fat
29g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 201
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 849mg 37%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin C 13mg 14%
Calcium 26mg 2%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 263mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.