# What you need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 2 cups cooked, mashed potatoes (approximately 12.3 oz)
→ Meats
02 - 1 cup cooked ham, finely chopped (approximately 5.3 oz)
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
03 - 1 small onion, finely diced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
→ Pantry & Bindings
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting) (approximately 1.4 oz)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ For Frying
09 - 2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or unsalted butter
# Steps to follow:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, blend mashed potatoes, finely chopped ham, diced onion, parsley if desired, egg, flour, salt, and pepper until a thick, uniform mixture forms.
02 - With hands lightly dusted with flour, shape the mixture into eight patties approximately 2.5 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. Lightly coat each patty with flour.
03 - Warm vegetable oil or unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
04 - Cook the patties in batches, frying each side for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crisp, avoiding overcrowding the skillet.
05 - Transfer the cooked patties onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Serve immediately while hot.
