Description
Mashed Potato Pancakes with Ground Beef Filling combine fluffy, creamy mashed potatoes with a savory, well-seasoned ground beef filling, fried to golden crispy perfection. This comforting and versatile dish is perfect for any meal occasion, offering a delicious harmony of textures and flavors that will satisfy both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Potato Base
- 2 cups creamy, well-seasoned mashed potatoes (preferably day-old)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or breadcrumbs (or gluten-free flour/breadcrumbs as an alternative)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley or chives
Ground Beef Filling
- 1/2 pound lean ground beef (85% lean recommended)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chili flakes or diced jalapeños for heat
For Frying
- 2–3 tablespoons oil or butter
Instructions
- Prepare Your Filling: Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic in a bit of oil until translucent and fragrant. Add the ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Make the Potato Base: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with the egg and flour or breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly until you create a soft dough that holds together well for frying. Add salt and pepper to taste, and optionally mix in fresh herbs like parsley or chives.
- Assemble the Pancakes: Take a handful of the mashed potato mixture and flatten it into a small disk on your palm. Spoon a portion of the ground beef filling into the center. Carefully cover with another layer of potato mixture and seal the edges completely to form a stuffed pancake, ensuring no filling escapes.
- Fry to Perfection: Heat oil or butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Fry the stuffed pancakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the exterior turns golden brown and crispy. Drain the cooked pancakes on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve Warm: Serve your Mashed Potato Pancakes with Ground Beef Filling hot. Garnish as desired with fresh herbs, sour cream, or spicy ketchup and enjoy the perfect contrast between a crispy outside and juicy filling.
Notes
- Use day-old mashed potatoes as they hold together better than freshly made mashed potatoes.
- Don’t overfill the pancakes to prevent them from breaking apart during frying.
- Cook over medium-high heat to ensure a crispy crust without overcooking the filling.
- Make pancakes uniform in size to ensure even cooking and a better presentation.
- Drain fried pancakes on paper towels to remove excess oil and keep them crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: mashed potato pancakes, ground beef filling, comfort food, crispy pancakes, stuffed potato pancakes, easy dinner, family-friendly recipe