Description
These Potato Pancakes with Savory Beef and Cheese are a delightful twist on traditional pancakes, combining crispy potato latkes with a savory beef and cheese topping. Perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Pancakes:
- 2 cups peeled and shredded russet potatoes
- 1 small onion grated
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
Savory Beef and Cheese:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Serving:
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Potato Pancakes: Grate the potatoes and onion, then squeeze out excess moisture. Combine with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Fry in oil until golden and crisp.
- Cook Savory Beef: Brown ground beef in olive oil. Add garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Melt in cheddar cheese.
- Assemble: Top each pancake with beef mixture. Garnish with sour cream and chives.
Notes
- You can use leftover mashed potatoes for a softer texture.
- Try different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes with topping
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
