Potato Balls with Mozzarella Filling – 35-Minute Recipe
These fluffy potato balls are stuffed with gooey mozzarella and coated in a savory corn‑flour crust. The result is a crispy exterior and a melty, cheesy center that’s perfect as a snack or side dish. Quick to make and utterly satisfying, they’re a crowd‑pleaser for any gathering.
Recipe by Abir El Saghir عبير الصغير· Structured by ReelsMeals
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Ingredients
- 3 pieces potato
- 3/4 cup corn flour
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp oregano
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- water
- green herbs
Filling
- 1 piece mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- 1Peel the potatoes and place them on a cutting board.
- 2Cut the peeled potatoes into chunks.
- 3Place the potato chunks into a pot and add enough water to cover them.
- 4Cover the pot with a lid and bring to a boil on the stovetop; boil until the potatoes are tender.
- 5Drain the boiled potatoes using a wire mesh strainer and transfer to a large bowl.
- 6Mash the potatoes with a potato masher until smooth.
- 7Add corn flour, salt, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, and baking powder to the mashed potatoes and mix until well combined.
- 8Shape the mixture into smooth, round discs.
- 9Place a cube of mozzarella in the center of each potato disc and fold the edges over to enclose the cheese, forming a ball.
- 10Heat oil in a large pot over medium‑high heat until hot.
- 11Deep‑fry the potato balls in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 3‑4 minutes per side.
- 12Remove the balls with a wire mesh strainer and drain on paper towels.
- 13Garnish with green herbs and serve hot.
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Mash while hot
Drain the boiled potatoes and mash them immediately for a smoother texture.
Shape before filling
Form the seasoned potato mixture into discs first, then place the mozzarella cube and fold the edges to seal.
Hot oil for quick fry
Heat the oil until hot before adding the balls; they will turn golden in about 3‑4 minutes per side.
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35 min estimated total time for 4 servings.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does it take to make Potato Balls with Mozzarella Filling?
- About 35 minutes in total: 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Potato Balls with Mozzarella Filling recipe make?
- This recipe makes 4 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Potato Balls with Mozzarella Filling recipe come from?
- It was shared by Abir El Saghir عبير الصغير on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.