Potato pancakes with meat
2 servings
30 minutes
Potato draniki with meat are a true embodiment of home comfort, born in Belarusian cuisine. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they combine aromatic potato filling and juicy meat stuffing, creating a harmony of textures and flavors. The dish's roots trace back to peasant cuisine, where simple and accessible ingredients were transformed into a hearty meal. Draniki are served hot, traditionally with sour cream that highlights their softness and richness. An ideal option for a family dinner, they easily adapt to any taste preferences by adding spices or herbs. Potato draniki with meat evoke childhood warmth and memories.
1
Peel the potatoes and grate them on a fine grater. Drain the excess liquid. Add an egg, sour cream, flour, and one grated onion to the mashed potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Potato: 1.2 kg
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons
- Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 2 pieces
2
Mix the minced meat separately with the second grated onion. Add water. Season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a pan. Form small pancakes using a spoon.
- Ground meat: 200 g
- Onion: 2 pieces
- Water: 2 tablespoons
3
Fry them on one side and place the meat filling on top. Then cover the filling with a second portion of raw potato dough and flip it over. Fry until cooked.
- Ground meat: 200 g
- Potato: 1.2 kg
4
Serve with sour cream!
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons