Party Recipe: Instant Mashed Potato Pancakes

Potato Beads are one of my husband’s favorite products.  Who doesn’t love mashed potatoes? 

If you haven’t tried them they are small pellets that are about the size of a skittle.   They are easy quick to make into mashed potatoes and they are a customer favorite.  They are similar to the Potato Pearls that the LDS cannery used to sell.

When I add a food to my food storage I like to have multiple ways to use it.  I usually use potato beads to make mashed potatoes but recently my family has loved to eat them as potato pancakes. 

Instant Mashed Potato Pancakes

Makes 6 pancakes

1 cup HOT water  (I use hot tap water)
1 egg, beaten
1 cup Potato Beads
1 Tablespoon dry chives (or try freeze dried onions)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Combine hot water and potato beads.  Let sit 2-3 minutes until all the water is absorbed.  Stir in beaten egg, and chives. 

Heat oil in a non-stick griddle over medium heat or 250 degrees.

 

While the oil is heating in the griddle use your hands to shape a large spoonful into a patty. Place on hot griddle.  Repeat until all the pancakes are on the griddle.  Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.  Do NOT move or flip while they are cooking (I have to set a timer so I know when it has been 10 minutes).  This helps the golden crust develop.  Flip pancakes over and press down.  Cook another 7-10 minutes until both sides are golden brown.  Serve with sour cream.