Gourmandine Potato Herb & Cheese Puffs

Method

STEP 1
Place butter and water into a saucepan with a heavy base, bring to a rapid boil, ensuring the butter has melted.

STEP 2
Add the flour and stir vigorously to combine and cook over medium heat until a shiny ball of dough forms.

STEP 3
Place dough into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the dough for 2 minutes, allowing steam to escape, before adding the eggs, one at a time.

STEP 4
Add mashed potato, baking powder, parmesan, chives and lemon zest and mix well.

STEP 5
Heat a deep fryer to 180C. Drop tbsp measurements of the mix into the hot oil and cook until golden and puffed. Sit on paper towel and pat dry.

STEP 6
Season puffs with sea salt and serve a mayonnaise & mustard dipping sauce.