Aussie Potato Cakes
Description
Aussie Potato Cakes - Authentic recipe from Australia. Ready in 35 min. Try it now!
Directions
✓ researched- 1
Boil 500 g potatoes and mash them (or grate raw, finely, and squeeze out excess moisture). Mix with 1 egg and 3 tbsp flour until a shapeable dough forms.
⏱️ approx. 12 min💡 Tip: Aussie Potato Cakes (also known as 'Potato Scallops') are deep-fried potato patties — an Australian fish-and-chip-shop classic. Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. A popular takeaway snack or side.
- 2
Shape the mixture into flat patties/rounds (or, shop-style, dip potato slices in batter).
⏱️ approx. 12 min💡 Tip: There are two styles: mashed potato mixture shaped into rounds, or (fish-and-chip-shop style) thick potato slices dipped in beer batter. Both are deep-fried until crispy. Crunchy outside, soft inside. Served with salt and vinegar (Aussie style).
- 3
Fry the potato cakes in 4 tbsp (or more) of hot oil on both sides until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels, season with salt.
⏱️ approx. 12 min💡 Tip: Aussie Potato Cakes are served hot with salt, vinegar, tomato sauce (ketchup), or as a side to fish 'n' chips — the ultimate crispy potato patties. An Australian takeaway classic (from the 'fish and chip shop').
📜 Origin & History
Aussie Potato Cakes (Australian: Potato Scallops; English: Fried Potato Cakes) are an Australian street food classic from fish-and-chip shops: thin, round potato slices are dipped in a light batter made from flour, baking powder, and water and deep-fried until golden brown; served with salt and vinegar, tomato sauce, or barbecue sauce. Potato Cakes (known as 'Potato Cakes' in Victoria and South Australia, 'Potato Scallops' in New South Wales and Queensland) are the Australian equivalent of British 'scallops'; the regional name dispute is a classic in Australia. Fish and Chip Shops ('chippies') have been a fixture of Australian coastal culture since the late 19th century; British immigrants brought fish and chips to Australia. Potato Cakes are, alongside fish, dim sims (fried dumplings), and chiko rolls, an essential part of the Australian 'chippy' menu. In Germany, potato pancakes are similar dishes widely available in German snack bars and at markets; all ingredients are available in supermarkets.
🌿 Regional variants
Beer batter style
Potato slices in beer batter — shop style.
With herbs
With spring onions/herbs mixed into the dough.
🍷 What goes with it?
Serve hot with salt, vinegar, and tomato sauce. Alongside fish 'n' chips. Crispy outside, soft inside. A takeaway classic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Potato Cakes / Scallops?
Aussie Potato Cakes (called 'Potato Scallops' in some states) are deep-fried potato patties — a classic from the Australian fish-and-chip shop. Either shaped from mashed potato or made from batter-dipped potato slices. A crispy takeaway snack.
Which style is authentic?
Both are widespread: in fish-and-chip shops, the classic version uses thick potato slices in beer batter (deep-fried); at home, shaped mashed potato rounds are more common. 'Cake' vs 'Scallop' is even a well-known regional vocabulary debate in Australia.
How do you get them crispy?
Deep-fry or pan-fry in plenty of hot oil (180 °C) until golden brown and crunchy, then drain on a wire rack or paper towels. For the mashed potato version, make sure the mixture is not too wet (otherwise they'll fall apart). Best enjoyed fresh and hot.
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Ingredients
verified- Potato500 g
- Egg1 pcs
- Flour3 tbsp
- Oil4 tbsp
