Fried Potato Cakes with Minced Meat Filling

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Ingredients:

For the Potato Cakes:

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and boiled
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

For the Minced Meat Filling:

• 1/2 lb (250g) ground beef or pork (or a mix)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small carrot, grated (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions:

Prepare the Potato Cakes:

1. Mash the boiled potatoes until smooth. Allow them to cool slightly.
2. Add the egg, flour, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix until well combined and the mixture is smooth and pliable.

Prepare the Minced Meat Filling:

1. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
2. Add the garlic and grated carrot (if using), and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the ground meat to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
4. Season the meat with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.

Assemble and Fry the Potato Cakes:

1. Take a small handful of the potato mixture and flatten it in your hand to form a patty.
2. Place a spoonful of the meat filling in the center of the patty.
3. Take another small handful of the potato mixture and flatten it. Place it on top of the meat filling and press the edges together to seal, forming a filled potato cake.
4. Repeat with the remaining potato mixture and meat filling.
5. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Carefully place the potato cakes in the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
7. Remove the fried potato cakes from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

Serve:

Serve the fried potato cakes hot, with a side of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Tips:

• Ensure the mashed potatoes are not too wet; if they are, you can add a bit more flour.
• You can add herbs like parsley or cilantro to the meat filling for added flavor.
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure the cakes become crispy.

Enjoy your delicious homemade Fried Potato Cakes with Minced Meat Filling!