Ah, you’re looking for a potato cake with minced meat recipe! That sounds like a hearty, comforting dish. Here’s a clear, step-by-step way to make it:
Ingredients (serves 3–4)
For the potato cakes:
- 4–5 medium potatoes
- 1 egg
- 2–3 tbsp flour (or more if needed)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tbsp oil or butter for frying
For the minced meat filling:
- 250–300g minced meat (beef, pork, chicken, or a mix)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika or your preferred spices
- 1 tbsp oil
Instructions
1. Prepare the potatoes
- Peel and grate the potatoes.
- Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess liquid.
- In a bowl, mix the potatoes with the egg, flour, salt, and pepper until it forms a slightly sticky mixture.
2. Cook the filling
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion until soft, then add garlic if using.
- Add the minced meat and cook until browned.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let the mixture cool slightly.
3. Form the cakes
- Take a handful of the potato mixture and flatten it in your hand.
- Place 1–2 tbsp of the meat mixture in the center.
- Cover the meat with more potato mixture and shape it into a flat cake, sealing the edges.
4. Fry the cakes
- Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the potato cakes for about 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels if desired.
5. Serve
- Serve hot with sour cream, ketchup, or a simple salad on the side.
These cakes are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with flavor from the meat.
If you want, I can also give you a baked version that’s healthier but still delicious. Do you want me to do that?
