Smashed Potato Herb Fritters (Printable Version)

Crispy golden potato patties flavoured with fresh herbs and topped with sour cream and chives.

# What You Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
02 - 1 tsp salt for boiling water

→ Fritter Mix

03 - 2 large eggs
04 - ½ cup all-purpose flour
05 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
07 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
08 - 1 tsp garlic powder
09 - ½ tsp black pepper
10 - ½ tsp salt
11 - 1 tsp lemon zest

→ For Frying

12 - ¼ cup neutral oil such as canola or sunflower

→ For Topping

13 - ½ cup sour cream
14 - 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely sliced

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tsp salt, bring to a boil, then simmer until fork-tender, approximately 15 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
02 - Transfer hot potatoes to a large bowl and smash roughly with a potato masher, leaving some texture intact.
03 - Allow potatoes to cool for 5 minutes. Add eggs, flour, parsley, chives, dill, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and lemon zest. Mix until just combined.
04 - Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
05 - Scoop ¼ cup portions of potato mixture and gently flatten into patties.
06 - Fry fritters in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
07 - Serve warm, topped with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh chives.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Irresistible Crunch: The combination of smashed potatoes and a quick pan-fry creates a beautiful golden crust.
  • Fresh Herb Profile: A trio of parsley, chives, and dill provides a vibrant, garden-fresh flavor.
  • Simple Ingredients: Uses pantry staples like potatoes, flour, and eggs to create something extraordinary.
02 -
  • Don't Over-mix: Stir the ingredients until just combined to keep the fritters light and prevent them from becoming gummy.
  • Temperature Check: Ensure the oil is hot before adding the patties; if the oil is too cool, the potatoes will absorb the fat and become greasy rather than crispy.
  • Batched Frying: Avoid crowding the pan so that each fritter has enough space to brown evenly.
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