Stuffed Potato Pancakes with Cheesy Beef Filling
Indulge in the crispy delight of Stuffed Potato Pancakes filled with cheesy beef. These golden-brown pancakes are a perfect blend of textures, offering a crunchy exterior that gives way to a savory, gooey filling. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this dish is sure to impress and satisfy your cravings. Serve them warm with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium starchy potatoes (Russet or Idaho)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and boil the potatoes until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool before mashing.
- Cook the Beef Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in cheese until melted.
- Make Potato Mixture: In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes with beaten eggs and flour until sticky.
- Form Pancakes: Flatten potato mixture into discs, fill with beef mixture, fold edges to seal.
- Cook Pancakes: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry pancakes for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg