Description
Crispy on the outside, savory inside—these fried potato cakes with minced meat filling are perfect for lunch, dinner, or snacking.
Ingredients
For the Potato Dough:
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4 cups cold mashed potatoes
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1 egg
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour (plus more for shaping)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Minced Meat Filling:
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1 tbsp oil or butter
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1/2 lb (225g) ground beef or turkey
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional: cumin, paprika, chili flakes, fresh parsley
For Frying:
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Vegetable oil (for shallow frying)
Instructions
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Prepare the filling: Heat oil in a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add ground meat, season, and cook until browned and moisture is gone. Let cool.
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Make potato dough: In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, egg, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and dough-like. Add a bit more flour if too sticky.
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Shape the cakes: Scoop about 1/4 cup of potato dough, flatten into a disc. Place 1–2 teaspoons of meat filling in the center. Fold edges around filling and shape into a sealed patty. Dust lightly with flour.
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Fry: Heat oil in a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Work in batches.
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Drain & serve: Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve warm with your favorite dip or side.
Notes
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Use chilled mashed potatoes—they form firmer dough.
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Let filling cool before assembling to avoid sogginess.
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Seal patties tightly to prevent leaks during frying.
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Test-fry one cake first to adjust seasoning or texture.
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Serve with dips like sour cream, garlic yogurt, or spicy ketchup.
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Make-ahead friendly: Freeze before or after cooking for later us
- Prep Time: 25minutes
- Cook Time: 20minutes