Description
These crispy potato pancakes with a savory beef and cheese filling offer a delicious twist on a classic dish. Golden, crispy potato exteriors with a juicy beef and cheese filling inside make this recipe a crowd-pleaser. Serve with optional toppings like sour cream or applesauce for a flavorful meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
For the Potato Mixture:
3 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
1 large onion, grated
2 large eggs
¼ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil, for frying
For the Beef & Cheese Filling:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and mozzarella)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings/Sides:
Applesauce or sour cream
Ketchup or hot sauce
Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the Potato Mixture: Grate the russet potatoes and onion, then squeeze out excess moisture. In a bowl, combine grated potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Prepare the Beef & Cheese Filling: Heat oil in a skillet. Add chopped onion and garlic and cook until fragrant. Add ground beef, paprika, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned. Stir in cheese and remove from heat.
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Form the Pancakes: Shape a small portion of potato mixture into a patty, add a spoonful of the beef and cheese mixture in the center, fold, and seal. Flatten into a pancake.
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Fry the Pancakes: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry pancakes 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
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Serve: Remove pancakes from skillet, drain on paper towels, and serve with optional toppings.
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat in a skillet or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
Freezing: Freeze uncooked pancakes on a baking sheet, then store in a zip-top bag. Fry from frozen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
