Description
Potato Pancakes with Savory Beef and Cheese is a hearty, comforting dish combining crispy golden potato cakes with flavorful ground beef and melty cheese for a satisfying and customizable meal.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated or finely chopped
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Grate potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel or cheesecloth.
- In a bowl, mix grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of potato mixture into the skillet, flatten with a spatula, and fry for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- In another skillet, cook ground beef with diced onion, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce until browned and fully cooked.
- Top each potato pancake with a spoonful of beef and sprinkle or melt cheese over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Add chopped bell peppers or jalapeños to beef for extra flavor.
- Top with sour cream, salsa, or a fried egg for a brunch twist.
- Make mini potato sliders by sandwiching beef and cheese between pancakes.
- Swap beef for seasoned lentils or sautéed mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
- Reheat pancakes in oven or skillet to keep them crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes with beef and cheese
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
