Description
Hearty Irish Cheesy Colcannon Balls blend creamy mashed potatoes with sharp cheddar and crisp bacon. Golden-brown spheres deliver comforting flavors you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) mashed potatoes
- 1 cup (237 ml) cooked cabbage or kale, finely chopped
- ½ cup (118 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg
- 3 green onions, finely sliced
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) salt
- ¼ tsp (1.25 ml) black pepper
- 1 cup (237 ml) breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Mixing: Combine mashed potatoes, chopped cabbage, green onions, seasoning, egg, cheddar, and initial breadcrumbs in a large bowl, thoroughly blending until ingredients create a unified mixture.
- Forming: Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized spheres, embedding a cheese cube at the center and smoothly encasing it with consistent, gentle pressure to ensure complete coverage.
- Breading: Roll each potato sphere in remaining breadcrumbs, rotating to achieve an even, crisp exterior that promises a delightful crunch.
- Frying: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to the optimal temperature, then carefully lower potato balls in controlled batches, rotating periodically to develop a uniform golden-brown color.
- Finishing: Drain the fried colcannon balls on paper towels to remove excess oil, then serve immediately while hot, presenting a mouthwatering combination of creamy potato, melted cheese, and crispy coating.
Notes
- Manage Potato Moisture: Ensure mashed potatoes are not too wet by draining thoroughly and letting steam evaporate to prevent soggy balls that might fall apart during frying.
- Cheese Selection Matters: Choose a melting cheese like sharp cheddar or young gouda that creates a gooey center without completely liquefying during cooking.
- Consistent Size is Key: Use a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon to create uniform balls, guaranteeing even cooking and consistent crispy exterior across all portions.
- Temperature Control Crucial: Maintain oil at 350-375°F for perfect golden-brown exterior without burning; use a digital thermometer for precise heat monitoring to achieve restaurant-quality results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg