This incredible dish made with just 4 eggs and 4 potatoes is so simple yet incredibly flavorful — golden on the outside, soft and savory inside. Inspired by rustic village cooking, it uses only a few pantry ingredients but delivers restaurant-worthy taste. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this hearty meal will impress everyone at the table.
✅ Ingredients:
- 4 large potatoes
- 4 eggs
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Sweet paprika (optional)
- Italian herbs (optional)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 carrot (grated)
- Zucchini (optional)
- Fresh dill and spring onions (chopped)
- 100g cheese (mozzarella or any melting cheese)
- Butter (for frying)
- Vegetable oil
🥄 For the Creamy Dill Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- Chopped dill
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
👨🍳 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Potato Mixture
Peel and grate the potatoes. Squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel. In a bowl, combine grated potatoes, onions, garlic, grated carrots, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Add Eggs & Flour
Crack in the eggs and add flour to help bind everything together. Mix well until fully combined.
Step 3: Optional Add-ins
Add zucchini, cooked chicken fillet, olives, cherry tomatoes, or mozzarella cheese for extra flavor.
Step 4: Fry Until Golden
Heat a mixture of butter and vegetable oil in a skillet. Spoon portions of the mixture into the pan and press gently into flat patties. Cook on medium heat for about 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Step 5: Make the Creamy Dill Sauce
In a small bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill until serving.
Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
Serve warm with a dollop of creamy sauce on top or alongside a fresh garden salad.
📝 Tips:
- Use leftover mashed potatoes to save time.
- Bake instead of fry for a healthier version (at 180°C / 350°F for 20–25 minutes).
- Customize with ham, mushrooms, spinach, or bacon.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in a skillet or oven.
