Hmm… you just have to taste it to get an idea of ​​how delicious this potato snack is!

Ingredients

  • 1 kg of potatoes
  • 3 cute
  • 1 tablespoon of butter
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil

Ingredients for Breading

  • 2 cups (tea) of breadcrumbs
  • 2 beaten eggs

Ingredients Filling and Topping (optional)

  • Fried diced bacon
  • Cream cheese

Preparation Mode

  1. Pierce the potatoes with a fork.
  2. In a microwave-safe container, place half of the potatoes.
  3. Microwave, without water, on high power for approximately 10 minutes.
  4. Then check if the potatoes are soft.
  5. If necessary, return to the microwave for a few more minutes.
  6. Repeat the operation until you have finished the potatoes.
  7. In a bowl, mash the potatoes while they are still hot.
  8. Add the butter, cornstarch, egg yolks and salt.
  9. Mix and let cool completely.
  10. Shape into balls, dip in beaten eggs and then in breadcrumbs.
  11. Gradually fry in hot oil until golden brown.
  12. Drain on paper towels.
  13. Serve immediately.

Mom’s Tips

If you prefer, fill it with fried bacon. You can also serve it topped with warmed cream cheese.

Yields approximately 40 units.

Source: https://www.receitasdemae.com.br/receitas/batata-avela/

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