Description
Crispy on the outside and savory inside, these mashed potato pancakes are stuffed with flavorful seasoned meat, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 pound ground beef (or ground chicken/turkey)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Vegetable oil for pan-frying
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add ground meat, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked. Stir in parsley if using. Let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cold mashed potatoes, egg, and flour. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until a soft dough forms. Add more flour if sticky.
- Dust your hands and surface with flour. Flatten 2 tablespoons of dough into a small circle. Place a spoonful of meat in the center and seal the edges to enclose. Flatten gently into a patty.
- Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
- Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry pancakes in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with sour cream, yogurt, or dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use cold mashed potatoes for better texture and easier handling.
- Customize the filling with herbs, cheese, or different meats.
- Store leftovers in the fridge or freeze for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: mashed potato pancakes, meat stuffed patties, crispy potato cakes, potato recipe