Description
Crispy Polish potato cakes called placki ziemniaczane deliver a comforting heritage of home-style cooking from Poland’s hearty kitchens. Potato lovers will savor these golden-brown delights packed with savory fillings and traditional flavor that connect generations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish and Herbs:
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Chopped chives
Instructions
- Submerge diced potatoes in salted water, boiling for 10-15 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Drain potatoes and return to pot, incorporating milk and butter. Mash until silky and uniform, seasoning with salt and pepper to personal preference.
- Allow potato mixture to cool slightly, then portion into equal-sized segments and shape into uniform circular patties.
- Combine shredded cheddar, chopped green onions, and crumbled bacon in a separate mixing container.
- Place a generous spoonful of cheese mixture into the center of one potato patty, carefully covering with a second patty and sealing edges completely.
- Repeat the stuffing process for remaining potato patties, ensuring each cake is tightly sealed.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat, adding a thin layer of oil. Carefully place potato cakes in the pan, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until achieving a crisp, golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer potato cakes to serving plates, topping with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkling fresh chives as a garnish.
- Optimal cooking temperature maintains medium heat; total preparation requires approximately 40 minutes with 4 servings produced.
- Alternative cooking method includes baking at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, creating an equally delectable crispy texture.
Notes
- Customize your stuffed potato cakes by experimenting with various fillings like pulled pork, caramelized onions, or spicy jalapeños for exciting flavor combinations.
- Cool mashed potatoes completely before assembling to ensure the cheese stays intact and creates a delightful cheesy center when cooking.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned cast iron pan to achieve a perfectly crispy golden-brown exterior without sticking.
- For a lighter version, swap regular potatoes with sweet potatoes and use reduced-fat cheese to create a healthier alternative that’s equally delicious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 367 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg