Description
Delicious crispy mashed potato pancakes filled with savory beef and zesty spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or leftover)
- 1 cup ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Optional: Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant. Add ground beef, season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled mashed potatoes, cooked beef mixture, flour, and egg. Stir until everything is well incorporated and forms a dough-like consistency.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions. Roll them into balls and then flatten them slightly into patties, about ½ inch thick.
- In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Carefully place the potato pancakes in the skillet, frying for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, transfer the pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and your choice of dipping sauce, if desired.
Notes
Ensure your mashed potatoes are cold for better consistency. Adjust spices to taste, and feel free to involve kids in the cooking process for added fun.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg