Mashed Potato Pancakes

Mashed Potato Pancakes with Meat Filling 

Ingredients:

For the pancakes:

3 cups cold mashed potatoes (leftovers work great)

1 egg

1/2 cup all-purpose flour (more if needed)

Salt & pepper to taste

For the meat filling:

1/2 lb ground beef or pork

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

Salt, pepper, paprika (to taste)

Optional: chopped parsley or a pinch of chili flakes

For frying:

Vegetable oil or butter for frying

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Instructions:

1. Make the meat filling:

In a skillet, cook ground meat over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and garlic; cook until meat is browned and onion is soft.

Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let it cool slightly.

2. Prepare the potato dough:

In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, egg, flour, salt, and pepper until you get a soft but not too sticky dough.

Add more flour if needed to make it workable.

3. Form the pancakes:

With floured hands, take a scoop of the potato dough and flatten it into a small circle.

Place a spoonful of meat filling in the center.

Top with another scoop of potato dough and gently seal the edges, forming a patty.

4. Fry the pancakes:

Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Fry the pancakes for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

5. Drain and serve:

Place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.