Golden Potato Pancakes Stuffed with Savory Beef and Melty Cheese
Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 30 min Total Time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Appetizers Cuisine: American Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Description
Description Delicious crispy potato pancakes filled with savory beef and melted cheese, perfect for a comforting snack or meal.
Ingredients
4 cups grated potatoes (raw, squeezed of excess moisture)
1 small onion, grated (for the potato mixture)
2 large eggs
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 – 2 tbsp oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or light olive oil)
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped (for the beef filling)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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Instructions
Prepare the beef filling: Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned.
Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
Add seasonings: 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/2 tsp dried thyme. Mix and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded mozzarella.
Grate the potatoes and onion for the batter. Squeeze out moisture, then combine in a large bowl with eggs, flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat a skillet, add oil, and spread to coat. Scoop potato mixture to form pancakes, adding beef filling, then top with more potato mixture and seal the edges.
Fry pancakes 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Repeat until all pancakes are cooked, keeping finished ones warm in the oven.
Serve warm with sour cream or your choice of dipping sauces.
Notes
Notes
Ensure to squeeze out enough moisture from the potatoes for crispy pancakes.