Savory Indonesian Potato Beef Patties (Perkedel Kentang)

Ingredients

• 1 kg potatoes, peeled
• 2 oz ground beef
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Seasoning (to taste)
• 2-3 stalks of green onion
• 2 eggs (for coating before frying)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Potatoes:
   Begin by peeling and frying the potatoes. Aim for a light golden color, avoiding overly crispy edges. Once cooked, set the potatoes aside to cool slightly.

2. Mash the Potatoes:
   After the potatoes have cooled enough to handle, mash them thoroughly and set them aside for later use.

3. Cook the Beef Mixture:
   In a pan, sauté the minced garlic and black pepper until fragrant. Add the ground beef and cook until well browned. Season with salt or other flavorings to taste.

4. Combine Ingredients:
   Once the beef mixture is cooked, transfer it into the bowl of mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly to combine the flavors. Add the chopped green onions and adjust seasoning as needed.

5. Shape the Perkedel:
   With the seasoned potato-beef mixture ready, shape it into small patties or rounds according to your preference.

6. Prepare for Frying:
   Beat the eggs in a separate bowl. Dip each patty into the beaten eggs to coat thoroughly.

7. Fry the Perkedel:
   Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Carefully place each patty into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on each side, taking care not to overcrowd the pan. Avoid flipping the patties too often to prevent breaking them apart.

8. Serve:
   Once fried, remove the patties from the oil and drain them on paper towels. Serve warm.

Tips

• Keep the heat at medium to ensure that the patties cook evenly without burning.
• If you prefer, you can add an egg yolk to the potato-beef mixture for added richness and binding.

Enjoy your homemade Perkedel Kentang Daging Sapi! 😊