Ingredients (Simple & Affordable)
🥔 Base Ingredients
- 2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed (smooth, no lumps)
- 1 cup grated cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix)
- 1 egg
- 3–4 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for richness)
🧂 Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Dried herbs (oregano or parsley, optional)
🛢️ For Cooking
- Oil or butter for pan-frying
🥣 Step-by-Step Preparation
🥔 Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes
Boil the potatoes until fork-tender. Drain well and mash while hot until completely smooth. Let them cool slightly.
👉 Important: Excess moisture will make the rolls soft instead of crispy, so make sure the potatoes are well drained.
🧀 Step 2: Add Cheese & Egg
To the mashed potatoes, add:
- Grated cheese
- Egg
- Butter (if using)
Mix until well combined. The mixture should look creamy and cohesive.
🧂 Step 3: Season the Mixture
Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and herbs. Mix thoroughly so the flavor is evenly distributed.
This seasoning step is key—simple ingredients rely on good balance.
🌾 Step 4: Add Flour
Add flour gradually, mixing after each spoonful, until you get a soft, moldable dough that doesn’t stick to your hands.
👉 The dough should be soft, not dry.
✋ Shaping the Rolls
- Lightly oil your hands
- Take a small portion of dough
- Roll it gently into a long stick shape, similar to the ones shown in the image
- Repeat until all dough is used
Place the rolls on a tray while you finish shaping.
🔥 Cooking the Rolls (Pan-Fried Perfection)
🍳 Step 1: Heat the Pan
Heat a non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil or butter.
🧀 Step 2: Cook Slowly
Place the rolls gently in the pan, leaving space between them.
Cook for:
- 2–3 minutes per side
- Turn gently until all sides are golden brown and crispy
The cheese inside will melt, while the outside forms a beautiful crust.
🌶️ Step 3: Final Touch
Once cooked, sprinkle with:
- Extra black pepper
- Dried herbs
- Optional grated cheese while still hot
🧁 Texture & Flavor
- Outside: Crispy, golden, lightly crunchy
- Inside: Soft, creamy, cheesy
- Flavor: Savory, comforting, perfectly seasoned
These rolls are incredibly satisfying and pair beautifully with sauces.
🌈 Delicious Variations
🌶️ Spicy Version
Add:
- Chili flakes
- Chopped jalapeños
- Cayenne pepper
🥓 Loaded Rolls
Mix in:
- Cooked chopped bacon
- Turkey ham
- Sausage bits
🥬 Veggie Boost
Add finely chopped:
- Green onions
- Spinach (squeezed dry)
- Bell peppers
🧀 Extra-Cheesy Core
Place a cheese stick in the center of each roll before shaping for a melty cheese pull.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve these cheesy rolls with:
- Ketchup
- Garlic yogurt sauce
- Chili sauce
- Honey mustard
- Sour cream
Perfect for:
- Breakfast
- Kids’ lunchboxes
- Tea-time snacks
- Party appetizers
- Quick dinners
📦 Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate up to 3 days
- Reheat in a pan or air fryer
- Avoid microwaving if you want to keep them crispy
You can also freeze the uncooked rolls and fry them directly from frozen.
💡 Pro Tips for Best Results
- Always use low to medium heat
- Don’t overcrowd the pan
- Use freshly grated cheese for best melting
- Taste the mixture before shaping
- Let rolls rest 1–2 minutes after cooking
❤️ Final Thoughts
These crispy cheesy rolls prove that you don’t need complicated ingredients to make something truly delicious. With a handful of pantry staples, you get a recipe that’s comforting, flexible, kid-friendly, and incredibly addictive.