Crispy Potato Beef Patties
Melted Cheese

Golden-brown crispy potato patties loaded with seasoned ground beef and gooey mozzarella cheese, cooked to perfection on the stovetop.

Ingredients

• 500 g potatoes
• 300 g ground beef
• 1 onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 eggs
• 100 g mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp lard
• to taste sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp mixed spices
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp chili powder

Instructions

1. 1Cube the potatoes

   

   Take the peeled potato and carefully cut it into small, uniform cubes on a wooden cutting board using a sharp knife to ensure even cooking.

   Tip: Keep the cubes similar in size so they fry evenly and achieve the same golden texture.
2. 2Fry the diced potatoes

   

   Transfer the diced potatoes into a heated pan with oil and fry them over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally with a spatula for about 8 minutes until golden brown.

   Tip: Fry over medium-low heat so the potatoes cook through entirely without burning the exterior.
3. 3Press the garlic

   

   Place garlic cloves into a garlic press and squeeze them directly into a small container or measuring cup to prepare for sautéing.

   Tip: Using a garlic press extracts maximum flavor and oils quickly compared to hand mincing.
4. 4Sauté the aromatics

   

   Add the minced garlic and chopped onions to a pan with hot oil, sautéing them until fragrant and translucent.

   Tip: Sauté on medium-low heat to avoid burning the garlic, which can cause a bitter taste.
5. 5Add ground beef and spices

   

   Place the raw ground beef directly on top of the sautéed onions in the pan, and season with salt and desired spices.

   Tip: Break up the meat slightly as it hits the pan to help it brown evenly with the onions.
6. 6Whisk the eggs

   

   Crack eggs into a bowl, season with black pepper, and whisk thoroughly until smooth and well combined.

   Tip: Whisk vigorously to incorporate air for a fluffier texture when combined with the potatoes.
7. 7Whisk the eggs

   

   Crack four eggs into a bowl, season with salt and black pepper, and whisk thoroughly until well combined before pouring them over the cooked potatoes.

   Tip: Seasoning the eggs directly ensures an even distribution of flavor throughout the dish.
8. 8Brush the pan with lard

   

   Take a wooden basting brush and coat the bottom and sides of a frying pan evenly with melted lard to ensure the mixture does not stick during cooking.

   Tip: Ensure the pan is lightly and evenly coated to prevent any sticking.
9. 9Assemble the layers in the pan

   

   Brush the pan with lard, add half of the cooked potato-egg mixture, then layer the ground beef and mozzarella cheese on top.

   Tip: Make sure the pan is evenly coated with lard to prevent sticking during cooking.

Storage & Reheating

Burn It Off

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