[Video Recipe] Fried Mashed Potato Stuffed Balls With Cheese, Bacon & Chives

Watch Barry Lewis of My Virgin Kitchen make these cheesy mashed potato balls step by step in the video below.

Mashed Potato Stuffed Balls with Cheese, Bacon and Chives

At a glance

• You’ll need: bacon, cheddar cheese, chives, egg, mashed potato, panko breadcrumbs, red chilli, sour cream and chive dip to serve, sunflower oil for frying
• Why it stands out: a block of cheddar hides in the middle of each ball, so you get a melted cheese center when you bite in.

Good to know

• Cold mash works best. Leftover mashed potato straight from the fridge is firm and easy to shape. Warm, runny mash won’t hold together.
• Chill before frying. A short rest in the fridge after coating helps the balls keep their shape in the oil.
• Frying safely. Lower the balls in gently, one at a time, and don’t crowd the pan. Drain them on kitchen paper.
• Swap the fillings. Ham, spring onions, jalapeños or a different cheese all work.

More party bites

• Sausage cheese balls
• Leftover mashed potato waffles
• Crispy potato pancakes
• Super Bowl appetizer ideas

Thanks to Barry Lewis (My Virgin Kitchen) for this amazing recipe!