Cajun Potato Cake

Name: Cajun Potato Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 2 lbs russet potatoes, mashed; 2 tsp Cajun seasoning; 4 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely diced; 1 egg, beaten; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Crispy pan-fried potato cakes packed with aromatic vegetables and zesty spicy seasoning. Perfect as a savory side dish or appetizer.

35 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

CajunSideStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs russet potatoes, mashed
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely diced
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 2 lbs mashed russet potatoes, 2 tsp Cajun seasoning, 4 thinly sliced green onions, 1/2 cup finely diced green bell pepper, and 1 beaten egg.
2

Form the potato mixture into round patties, then dredge each patty lightly in 1/2 cup breadcrumbs.
3

Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4

Fry patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

Questions

Can I make Cajun Potato Cake gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Cajun Potato Cake keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Cajun Potato Cake?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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