TIP! You will need about 4 to 6 potatoes. for this recipe. Desiree potatoes can be replaced with Pontiac or red washed potatoes. Uncooked, crumbed patties can be kept in the refrigerator for up to one day.
Ingredients
Method
To make patties, arrange potatoes around the edge of a microwave turntable. Microwave on High (100%) for about 12 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a small sharp knife. Carefully remove. Cool to room temperature. Discard skins.
Transfer potatoes to a large bowl. Coarsely mash. Add remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well. Using damp hands, shape 1/3 cups of mixture into patties.
Dust patties in flour seasoned with salt and pepper. One at a time, dip in eggs, then in breadcrumbs, pressing on to coat.
Heat enough oil in a large, deep frying pan, over a medium heat to shallow-fry. Add patties in two batches. Shallow-fry for about 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp. Drain on absorbent kitchen paper.
Serve warm patties with salad and tartare sauce.
