Hungarian Placki (Potato Pancakes with Spicy Tomato

Name: Hungarian Placki (Potato Pancakes with Spicy Tomato-Beef Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound 90-percent lean ground beef; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 large Spanish onion, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; One 12-ounce diced tomato; One 12-ounce can tomato puree; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Salt and ground pepper; 6 -8 large potatoes, grated; 1 large onion, grated; 2 eggs; 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour; Salt and ground pepper; 1 1/2 cups oil; Sour cream, for serving; Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Servings: persons

1 pound 90-percent lean ground beef
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 large Spanish onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
One 12-ounce diced tomato
One 12-ounce can tomato puree
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and ground pepper
6 -8 large potatoes, grated
1 large onion, grated
2 eggs
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt and ground pepper
1 1/2 cups oil
Sour cream, for serving
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

1
For the Hungarian-style tomato-beef sauce: Place the ground beef in a large skillet.
2
Brown the ground beef and put on the side.
3
In a different saute pan, add the vegetable oil and heat.
4
Add the onions and saute for 2 minutes.
5
Add the green and red bell peppers and saute for another 2 minutes.
6
Add the canned tomatoes, paprika, crushed red pepper, garlic, cayenne and the browned ground beef.
7
Add salt and pepper to taste.
8
Cover the pan and cook on low heat for up to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
9
Please note that the sauce can be made in advance.
10
For the potato pancakes (placki):Combine the potatoes, onion, eggs and flour in a large bowl and mix well.
11
Add salt and pepper.
12
The mixture will be on the thicker side.
13
Heat the oil in a heavy skillet.
14
Place 2 tablespoons of the mixture into the hot oil, and flatten down gently with a spoon.
15
Turn the heat to medium.
16
Cook until the are golden brown on each side.
17
To serve, place 2 tablespoons of sauce on top of 2-4 pancakes and garnish with a tablespoon of sour cream and parsley.

1654

kcal

Calories

149

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound 90-percent lean ground beef, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 large Spanish onion, diced, 1 green bell pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Hungarian Placki (Potato Pancakes with Spicy Tomato-Beef Sauce) falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Hungarian Placki (Potato Pancakes with Spicy Tomato-Beef Sauce)

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Variations & substitutions

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