Mashed Potato Pancakes with Meat Filling
Transform your leftover mashed potatoes into a deliciously crispy meal with these Mashed Potato Pancakes with Ground Beef Filling. A perfect combination of crispy exteriors and savory beef filling, these pancakes make for a satisfying snack or main dish. Easy to make and full of flavor, they’re the ultimate comfort food!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Snack, Main Dish
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Mashed Potato Dough:
2 cups mashed potatoes (cold or warm)
1 large egg (beaten)
2–3 tablespoons all-purpose flour or breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: ¼ cup grated cheddar cheese or chopped chives
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, beaten egg, flour or breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well-combined. Optionally, add cheddar cheese or chives for extra flavor.
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Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium heat for frying.
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Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mashed potato dough and flatten it into a patty shape.
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Add a spoonful of ground beef filling (recipe below) into the center, and carefully fold the potato dough around the filling to form a sealed pancake.
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Fry the filled pancakes in the skillet for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
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Repeat with the remaining dough and beef filling.
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Serve warm, optionally with dipping sauce or a side salad.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, replace the ground beef with sautéed vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, or roasted vegetables.
You can make these pancakes in advance and refrigerate them for up to a day before frying.
If you prefer to bake the pancakes, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
