Description
A traditional Serbian comfort dish made with layers of potatoes and ground meat, baked in a creamy egg mixture. It’s simple, hearty, and perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
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- 500g ground beef or pork
- 1kg potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 eggs
- 300ml milk
- 2 tbsp sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
- In a skillet, heat oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Lightly grease a baking dish. Layer half of the sliced potatoes at the bottom.
- Spread the cooked meat mixture over the potatoes evenly.
- Top with the remaining potato slices.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and sour cream (if using). Pour the mixture evenly over the potatoes.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with pork or a mix of both.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the egg mixture for extra flavor.
- Serve with a side of fresh salad or pickled vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 130mg