Description
Crispy mashed potato pancakes stuffed with a savory meat filling, creating a comforting and hearty dish perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 3 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 lb ground beef or pork
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp oil (for sautéing)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and sauté onion until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add ground meat and cook until browned, seasoning with paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside to cool.
- In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, flour, egg, salt, and pepper until a soft dough forms.
- Take a portion of potato dough, flatten it in your hand, and place a spoonful of meat filling in the center.
- Cover with another small portion of potato dough and shape into a patty, sealing the filling inside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry each pancake for 3–4 minutes per side or until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
- Cold mashed potatoes work best because they are firmer.
- You can add cheese to the meat filling for extra richness.
- Serve with sour cream or a dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Eastern European