Potato Nuggets: A Vegan Twist

Among the different types of nuggets, potato nuggets and chicken nuggets are particularly popular. Some people include nuggets in their diet as a quick snack because they can be prepared in a short time. This article explains how to make potato nuggets; read on for the recipe.

Ingredients for Potato Nuggets with Meat:

• 200 grams of ground beef

• 4 potatoes

• 1 onion

• 2 eggs

• Enough cooking oil

• 4 tablespoons of white flour

• 4 tablespoons of breadcrumbs

• Salt, black pepper, and turmeric to taste

Instructions for Potato Nuggets with Meat:

1. Prepare the Potatoes: If the potatoes are dirty, wash them thoroughly. Place the potatoes in a pot, cover with water, and boil them over medium heat until cooked.

2. Prepare the Meat Mixture: Peel and finely chop the onion. In a pan, heat some oil over low heat and sauté the onion until soft. Add salt, black pepper, and turmeric to the onion, and continue sautéing. Add the ground beef and sauté until the meat changes color and is slightly fried. Turn off the heat but keep stirring to prevent the meat from burning.

3. Combine Ingredients: Once the potatoes are boiled, let them cool, then peel and mash them. Add the beef mixture to the mashed potatoes and knead until well combined.

4. Shape the Nuggets: Shape the mixture into desired nugget sizes, place them on a plastic-lined tray, and freeze for 30 minutes.

5. Coat and Fry the Nuggets: In a deep pan, heat enough oil to cover the nuggets over low heat. Take the nuggets out of the freezer. Beat the eggs in a bowl. Coat each nugget in white flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat in breadcrumbs. Fry the nuggets in hot oil over low heat until fully cooked and golden brown.

6. Serve: Arrange the fried nuggets on a serving dish and serve with ketchup. Enjoy your meal!

Instructions for Meatless Potato Nuggets

Potato nuggets look similar to potato patties but have a unique taste. Vegetarians can enjoy potato and vegetable nuggets as part of their diet.

Ingredients for Meatless Potato Nuggets:

• 4 potatoes

• 1-3 carrots

• 1 white beet

• 1 stalk of broccoli

• 1 parsnip

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions for Meatless Potato Nuggets:

1. Prepare the Vegetables: Boil the potatoes and vegetables (carrots, broccoli, white beet, and parsnip) with salt and black pepper in a pot until tender. Mash the boiled vegetables into a puree (either by hand or using a food processor).

2. Combine Ingredients: Add salt, black pepper, and olive oil to the vegetable puree. Refrigerate the mixture for 20-30 minutes to firm it up.

3. Shape the Nuggets: Shape the mixture into small nuggets using your preferred molds. Coat each nugget in breadcrumbs.

4. Fry the Nuggets: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the nuggets until golden brown.

Ingredients for Cheesy Potato Nuggets:

• Potatoes

• Butter

• Cheddar cheese

• Scallions

• Egg

• Garlic powder

• Oregano

• Pepper

Instructions for Cheesy Potato Nuggets:

1. Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and grate the potatoes using a coarse grater. Rinse the grated potatoes in water and drain.

2. Combine Ingredients: Mix the grated potatoes with melted butter, cheddar cheese, scallions, egg, garlic powder, oregano, and pepper.

3. Shape and Bake: Form the mixture into nuggets and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 40-45 minutes.