Slanci 🥖Balkan breadsticks, sweet and salty

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed potato flakes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier for heart.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and adds creaminess.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

Peel and chop potatoes into chunks.

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain potatoes and let cool slightly.

Mash potatoes in a large bowl until smooth.

Add flour, salt, egg, and baking powder to the mashed potatoes.

Mix until a dough forms, adjusting flour as needed.

Shape the dough into small rounds or patties.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the patties until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm topped with sour cream and chopped parsley.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens