Potato poppers with meat

4 servings

70 minutes

Potato pancakes with meat are a traditional dish of Belarusian cuisine, infused with the spirit of home dinners and warm family evenings. These hearty potato fritters with juicy meat filling are fried to a golden crust. Their origin traces back to rural kitchens where simple ingredients transform into true culinary masterpieces. The taste of the pancakes harmoniously combines the tenderness of potatoes, a light creamy texture of the dough, and a rich meaty aroma. They can be served with sour cream or fresh herbs, highlighting their cozy and rich character. This dish is excellent for both everyday lunches and festive gatherings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 300.7
• Proteins: 19.9g
• Fats: 15.2g
• Carbohydrates: 20.4g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Wheat flour: 1 tbsp
• Onion: 1 pc
• Ground meat: 300 g
• Milk: 2 tbsp
• Potato: 3 pc

Cooking steps

1. Preparing potatoes: I usually use a blender, but if there isn't one, you can grate the potatoes on a fine grater. So, add eggs, a spoon of flour, milk (about 100 grams or less to taste), salt and mix into the finely grated potatoes. The consistency of the potatoes should be like thin sour cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Wheat flour: 1 tablespoon
   • Milk: 2 tablespoons
   • Potato: 3 pieces

2. Add two tablespoons of milk (can be a little less) to the minced meat, finely chopped onion, salt, pepper, and mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 2 tablespoons
   • Onion: 1 piece

3. In a heated pan, place the potato in a small pancake shape, then add the minced meat on top (I use about two teaspoons of minced meat for each potato pancake) and cover the minced meat with potato (so the minced meat is inside). Fry until golden brown over low heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 3 pieces
   • Ground meat: 300 g