Ingredients

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For the Potato Dough:

2 cups mashed potatoes (leftovers work great)
1 large egg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (more as needed)
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Meat Filling:

1/2 lb ground beef or ground chicken
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: a pinch of paprika or dried herbs for extra flavor

For Frying:

2–3 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter

Instructions

Prepare the Meat Filling:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground meat and chopped onion until browned and fully cooked. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices. Let cool slightly.

Make the Potato Dough:
In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes with the egg and flour. Season with salt and pepper. The dough should be soft but not too sticky—add more flour if needed.

Form the Pancakes:
Divide the dough into 8–10 portions. Flatten one portion in your hand, add a spoonful of the meat mixture to the center, and gently fold and seal the potato around the filling. Flatten slightly into a patty.

Fry:
Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry pancakes for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.

Serve:
Serve hot with sour cream, Greek yogurt, or a tangy dipping sauce. These crispy, savory pancakes are perfect for using up leftovers and delivering serious comfort food vibes!