Cheesy Beef Stuffed Potato Cakes

Instructions:

Prepare the Potato Dough:

1. Boil the potatoes: In a large pot, cover the peeled and cubed potatoes with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
2. Add the egg and flour: To the mashed potatoes, add the egg, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour. Set aside.

Prepare the Filling:

3. Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and cook the chopped onions until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute. Add the ground beef, paprika, cumin (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks.
4. Add the cheese: Once the beef is cooked, remove it from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until it melts and combines with the beef mixture. Set aside to cool.

Assemble the Potato Cakes:

5. Form the cakes: Take a small handful of the potato dough and flatten it into a disk in the palm of your hand. Place a spoonful of the cheesy beef mixture in the center. Take another piece of dough, flatten it, and place it over the filling. Seal the edges, making sure the beef is fully enclosed in the potato dough. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
6. Fry the cakes: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry each potato cake for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Be careful when flipping them, so they don’t break open.
7. Drain and serve: Once fried, place the cakes on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Conclusion

These Cheesy Beef Stuffed Potato Cakes offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures – crispy on the outside and filled with cheesy, savory goodness on the inside. Whether you’re making them for a family dinner or a casual get-together, they’re sure to impress. Serve them with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra touch of indulgence. Enjoy!