Golden Garden Patties: A Humble Recipe That Feels Like Home
Crispy, golden, and bursting with herbaceous flavor, these potato patties are a comforting classic made with simple ingredients. They’re the perfect balance of rustic and refined — ideal as a snack, side dish, or light meatless meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 patties 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: European-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon starch
- 1 tablespoon flour
- Fresh parsley, chopped (as desired)
- 1 teaspoon Provençal herbs
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Place grated potatoes in a clean towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out any excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine potatoes, onion, egg, starch, flour, parsley, herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Form the mixture into small patties with your hands or a spoon.
- Fry patties for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to remove excess oil.
- Serve warm with sour cream, garlic yogurt sauce, or a light salad.
Notes
- You can swap Provençal herbs with Italian seasoning or fresh thyme.
- These patties freeze well! Flash-freeze cooked patties and reheat in a pan or oven.
- Add shredded cheese or cooked spinach for variety.
- Great for lunchboxes, meal prep, or using up leftover potatoes.