Stuffed Potato Cakes

Stuffed potato cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be customized with various fillings. Here’s a basic recipe to get you started:

Ingredients:

For the Potato Dough:

• 4 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Filling:

• 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite type)
• 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon or ham (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions or chives
• 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• Salt and pepper to taste

For Frying:

• 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Potato Dough:
   • Boil the potatoes until tender, then drain and mash them until smooth.
   • Add the flour, egg, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes and mix until well combined. The dough should be soft but not too sticky. Add more flour if necessary.
2. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a bowl, mix together the grated cheese, bacon or ham (if using), green onions, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
3. Assemble the Potato Cakes:
   • Take a small handful of the potato dough and flatten it into a patty in your palm.
   • Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of the patty.
   • Take another small handful of the potato dough, flatten it, and place it over the filling. Seal the edges by pressing them together and shape into a round cake.
   • Repeat until all the dough and filling are used up.
4. Cook the Potato Cakes:
   • Heat the oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Fry the potato cakes in batches, cooking each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
   • Transfer the cooked potato cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
5. Serve:
   • Serve the stuffed potato cakes hot, with a side of sour cream, salsa, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips:

• You can experiment with different fillings such as sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or leftover chicken.
• For a crispy exterior, you can coat the potato cakes with breadcrumbs before frying.
• These potato cakes can be made ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.

Enjoy your delicious stuffed potato cakes!