Description

If you're looking for a dish that combines flavor, practicality, and versatility, these potato balls stuffed with ground beef are an excellent choice. Perfect to serve as an appetizer, starter, or even as a main course, these balls are crispy on the outside and filled with a deliciously seasoned ground beef mixture. The potato, when mixed with spices, gains a creamy and irresistible texture. With simple ingredients and an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide, you can prepare a recipe that pleases everyone and is ideal for various occasions

Ingredients

• 1kg of potatoes (35.27oz)
• 1 onion
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Paprika to taste
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon of butter
• 300g of ground beef
• Olive oil for sautéing
• Parsley to taste

Step by Step Instructions

• Step 1

  

  Add 1kg of potatoes to a large pot.

• Step 2

  

  Cover the potatoes with water and bring to a boil, cooking until they are soft

• Step 3

  

  While the potatoes are cooking, chop one onion into small pieces

• Step 4

  

  In a frying pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat

• Step 5

  

  Add the chopped onion to the frying pan and sauté until it becomes translucent and slightly golden

• Step 6

  

  Add 300g of ground beef to the pan with the sautéed onion

• Step 7

  

  Mix the beef well with the onion, cooking until the meat is well browned and cooked through

• Step 8

  

  Season the meat with a teaspoon of salt, a teaspoon of black pepper, and a teaspoon of paprika. Stir well to incorporate the seasonings

• Step 9

  

  Continue mixing and cooking the meat until all the seasonings are well distributed and the meat is flavorful

• Step 10

  

  Once cooked, remove the ground beef from the pan and set aside in a bowl

• Step 11

  

  When the potatoes are cooked, drain the water and transfer them to a large bowl. Mash the potatoes until you achieve a smooth and homogeneous puree

• Step 12

  

  Add one egg to the mashed potatoes

• Step 13

  

  Season the potato mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste, adjusting the seasonings as needed

• Step 14

  

  Add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the potato mixture and mix well to give the dough more firmness

• Step 15

  

  Mix all the ingredients of the potato dough until you get a uniform and easily moldable consistency

• Step 16

  

  With lightly greased hands, take small portions of the potato dough, place a bit of the ground beef in the center, and close the dough, forming stuffed balls

• Step 17

  

  Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a tablespoon of butter

• Step 18

  

  Place the stuffed potato balls in the frying pan and fry until they are golden on all sides, turning as needed to ensure even browning

• Step 19

  

  While the balls are frying, finely chop some fresh parsley

• Step 20

  

  Once fried, remove the balls from the pan and drain the excess oil on paper towels. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the balls to add a fresh touch

• Step 21

  

  Serve the stuffed potato balls hot and enjoy this perfect combination of flavors and textures!

Tips and Conclusion

Bonus Tip:

If you want to make your potato balls even more flavorful, add grated cheese to the potato dough before forming the balls. The melted cheese inside will create a creamy texture and even more delicious taste. Another tip is to vary the spices in the ground beef, adding garlic, cumin, or fine herbs to give it a special touch.

Conclusion:

These potato balls stuffed with ground beef are an excellent option for anyone looking to prepare something different and delicious. The combination of soft and seasoned potato with the juicy ground beef filling results in an irresistible dish. Besides being easy to make, these balls are versatile and can be served on various occasions, from a quick snack to a complete meal. Try serving them with a sauce of your choice or as a side dish to a salad, and get ready to receive plenty of compliments!