Description
These Potato Pancakes with Savory Beef and Cheese are a hearty and flavorful dish featuring crispy golden potato pancakes topped with a spiced ground beef mixture and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for a comforting meal any time of day.
Ingredients
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Potato Pancakes
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup flour (or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Savory Beef Topping
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of your choice)
Garnish (optional)
- Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the potato pancakes: Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out any excess moisture. This step ensures the pancakes will crisp up nicely during frying.
- Mix pancake batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, finely chopped onion, egg, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Heat oil for frying: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for frying the pancakes.
- Form and shape pancakes: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture into the skillet and flatten it gently into a pancake shape using the back of a spoon.
- Fry pancakes: Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove cooked pancakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Cook the beef topping: In the same skillet, add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook over medium heat, breaking the beef apart with a spoon, until it’s browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
- Season beef: Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then season the beef with dried oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine the flavors.
- Assemble the dish: Place the cooked potato pancakes onto serving plates carefully.
- Add beef topping: Spoon a generous portion of the savory beef mixture over each pancake.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beef. Allow the cheese to melt by covering the skillet briefly or microwaving the assembled pancakes for a few seconds.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired to add a fresh herbaceous note.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the potato pancakes with savory beef and cheese immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular flour with gluten-free flour.
- Ensure excess moisture is removed from the grated potatoes for crispy pancakes.
- You can use any cheese of your choice based on your preference.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in a skillet or microwave.
