Crispy & Cheesy Potato Pancake
Irresistibly Crispy and Moist Potato Cheese Pancake
Make delicious potato pancakes using fresh summer potatoes! These pancakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with the irresistible pull of melted mozzarella cheese and the fresh burst of tomatoes. Perfect for a rainy day, these pancakes are so addictive you won’t be able to stop at just one. Enjoy this simple yet delightful treat!
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1 tomato (or several cherry tomatoes)
- 3 Tbsp potato starch
- Mozzarella cheese, to taste
Seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by washing and peeling the potatoes, our main ingredient. Peeled potatoes will give a lovely fluffy texture when cooked.
Step 2
Using a mandoline slicer or a grater, julienne the potatoes into thin, uniform strips. The thinner the strips, the crispier the pancake will be. Aim for consistent thickness.
Step 3
In a bowl, combine the julienned potatoes with 3 tablespoons of potato starch, a pinch of salt, and a dash of black pepper. Mix well. The potato starch helps bind the ingredients and ensures a wonderfully crispy texture.
Step 4
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with a generous amount of cooking oil. Spread the potato mixture thinly in the pan. Cook until the bottom is golden brown and crispy, then carefully flip and cook the other side until equally golden and crisp. Spreading it thinly is key to ensuring it cooks through evenly.
Step 5
Once both sides of the potato pancake are golden and crisp, sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese over one half of the pancake. Be mindful of the heat to prevent the cheese from burning.
Step 6
Dice the tomato or halve the cherry tomatoes and arrange them on top of the melted cheese. The freshness of the tomatoes will balance the richness of the cheese and add a beautiful pop of color.
Step 7
Carefully fold the pancake in half, encasing the cheese and tomatoes. Let it cook for a minute or two until the cheese is fully melted and gooey. You can gently press down and flip occasionally to ensure even heating and prevent sticking.
Step 8
Once the cheese is beautifully melted and the pancake is perfectly golden brown on both sides, your delicious Potato Cheese Pancake is ready! Slice it into your desired portions.
Step 9
Serve the Potato Cheese Pancake hot, using a knife and fork for easy enjoyment. It pairs wonderfully with a glass of warm tomato juice or cold milk, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal or snack. Enjoy the delightful combination of crispiness, cheesiness, and fresh flavor!
