Potato Patties

1. 1

   Drop into boiling water to cover: 1 1/2 pounds boiling potatoes (6 to 8 potatoes).

2. 2

   Cover and cook until tender, 25 to 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain, remove the skins, and mash.

4. 4

   Heat in a medium skillet over high heat: 1 tablespoon canola or other vegetable oil.

5. 5

   Add and stir-fry until they pop: 1 teaspoon black or yellow mustard seeds.

6. 6

   Add and stir-fry for 20 seconds more: 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced.

7. 7

   Stir the garlic mixture into the mashed potatoes along with: 1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 serrano or jalapeno pepper, if desired, seeded and minced, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt.

8. 8

   Shape the mixture into 1 1/2 inch patties and cook in batches, without crowding, in a lightly oiled skillet until lightly browned on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes each side.

9. 9

   Serve at once.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.