Prosciutto and Potato Cakes

Prosciutto is an Italian dry-cured ham that adds a delicious savory flavor to these potato cakes.

This is gluten free, high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Prosciutto and Potato Cakes

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Italian Courses: Anytime, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Potatoes
• 6 slices Prosciutto
• 2 unit Eggs
• 100 gram Breadcrumbs
• 50 gram Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Boil the potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, grated Parmesan cheese, beaten eggs, breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
3. Take a small portion of the potato mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place a slice of prosciutto on top and fold the potato mixture over it, shaping it into a cake.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the potato cakes until golden brown on both sides.
5. Remove the potato cakes from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
6. Serve the prosciutto and potato cakes as an appetizer or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 16g6%

Sugars 1g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.