Potato Panzarotti

These Italian potato croquettes (panzerotti di patate) are delicious and a hit with my whole family. They are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.

Prep Time:
35 mins
Cook Time:
19 mins
Total Time:
54 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 2 ½ cups bread crumbs, divided

  • 4 eggs

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour

  • 3 ounces grated Parmesan cheese

  • 3 ounces grated pecorino cheese

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, or more to taste

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 cup olive oil for frying

Directions

  1. Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, peel, and mash them in a bowl.

  2. Combine mashed potatoes, 1 1/4 cups breadcrumbs, eggs, flour, Parmesan cheese, pecorino cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl; mix by hand until smooth. Scoop up 2 to 3 tablespoons of the mixture; shape into an oval, cylindrical croquette. Repeat with remaining mixture.

  3. Pour remaining 1 1/4 cups bread crumbs into a shallow plate. Dredge croquettes in the bread crumbs.

  4. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Fry croquettes in the hot oil in batches until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side, turning as needed. Drain on paper towels.

Cook's Note:

Peel the hot potatoes by holding them with a fork, then peeling them with a knife.

Editor's Notes:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of breading ingredients. The actual amount of 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 specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

614 Calories
28g Fat
72g Carbs
20g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 614
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 36%
Saturated Fat 7g 33%
Cholesterol 122mg 41%
Sodium 624mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 72g 26%
Dietary Fiber 6g 21%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 20g 40%
Vitamin C 32mg 35%
Calcium 278mg 21%
Iron 5mg 27%
Potassium 806mg 17%

* 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.