
Hungarian Krumplis Pogácsa, or Potato Patties, are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with comforting flavor. Made with mashed potatoes, onions, eggs, and simple seasonings, these golden patties are a staple of Hungarian home cooking. They make a delicious appetizer, side dish, or light meal, especially when served with sour cream or a fresh salad.
Affordable, easy to prepare, and incredibly satisfying, these potato patties are perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Authentic Hungarian comfort food
- Crispy outside, soft inside
- Budget-friendly ingredients
- Ready in under 40 minutes
- Perfect for lunch, dinner, or snacks
- Great way to use leftover mashed potatoes
Ingredients
For the Potato Patties
- 2 pounds (900g) potatoes, peeled and boiled
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (100g) breadcrumbs, plus extra for coating
- ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon dried marjoram (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Optional Serving Suggestions
- Sour cream
- Garlic yogurt sauce
- Fresh parsley
- Pickled cucumbers
- Tomato salad
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