Mashed Potato Pancakes with Meat Filling

𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
For the Mashed Potato Dough:
2 cups cold mashed potatoes
1 large egg
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Meat Filling:
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 pound ground beef (or ground chicken/turkey)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
For Cooking:
Vegetable oil, for pan-frying

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meat Filling:
    • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
    • SautΓ© onion until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
    • Add ground meat, season with salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook until browned.
    • Stir in grated carrot and parsley. Let the filling cool.
  2. Make the Potato Dough:
    • In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes with flour, egg, salt, and pepper.
    • Knead into a soft dough. Add more flour if it’s too sticky.
  3. Shape the Pancakes:
    • Dust your hands with flour. Take a scoop of dough and flatten it into a disk.
    • Place a spoonful of meat filling in the center, then fold the dough around it to seal.
    • Flatten into a thick pancake and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Pan-Fry to Perfection:
    • Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
    • Fry each pancake for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
    • Drain on paper towels.
  5. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Serve hot with sour cream, yogurt, or your favorite dipping sauce.

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