Description
Cheesy Beef Stuffed Potato Cakes are a savory and satisfying dish featuring soft mashed potatoes filled with a flavorful ground beef mixture and melted cheese, then pan-fried to a golden crisp. Perfect as a main course or appetizer, these crispy potato pockets offer a comforting Eastern European-inspired flavor with a delicious twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Cake Base
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (cooled)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
Beef Filling
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
For Frying
- 2 tablespoons oil or butter
Instructions
- Cook the Beef Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and parsley if using. Cook until well combined, then remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Prepare the Potato Dough: In a bowl, combine the cooled mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Assemble the Potato Cakes: Divide the potato dough into 6–8 equal portions. Flatten each portion in your hand, place a spoonful of the beef filling and some shredded cheese in the center. Carefully fold the edges over the filling and flatten gently into a patty to seal the filling inside.
- Fry the Potato Cakes: Heat oil or butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the stuffed potato cakes for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until the exterior is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese inside has melted.
- Serve: Serve the potato cakes hot with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- Ensure mashed potatoes are firm and not too creamy for best shaping results.
- These potato cakes freeze well; reheat them in a pan or oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Eastern European-Inspired
