Potato Patties with Meat Filling

Step 1: Prepare the Potato Dough
Boil the peeled potatoes until fork-tender. Drain and mash them until smooth.
Add the egg, flour, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix until a soft, pliable dough forms. Set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Meat Filling
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened.
Add the ground beef or chicken and cook until browned.
Stir in the garlic, paprika, cumin (if using), thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
Step 3: Assemble the Patties
Take a small handful of the potato dough (about 2-3 tablespoons) and flatten it into a round disc in your palm.
Place a spoonful of the meat filling in the center.
Fold the edges of the potato dough over the filling, sealing it completely, and shape it into a patty.
Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Step 4: Bread and Fry
Roll each patty in breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Fry the patties in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
Step 5: ServeCrispy, Golden, and Delicious! 🥔🥩
These Potato Patties with Meat Filling are the perfect combination of soft mashed potatoes and flavorful, spiced meat. They’re golden and crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with a savory filling that’s sure to impress. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish!

Ingredients (Serves 4-6)
For the Potato Dough:
4 large potatoes, peeled and boiled
1 egg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Meat Filling:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 pound ground beef or chicken
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
For Frying:
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions