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Classic Ground Beef Pancakes (Panqueca de carne moída)
A traditional, comforting recipe for tender crepes filled with a savory and creamy minced beef mixture, perfect for an easy family meal.
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Ingredients
1 1/2 cups plain flour
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt to taste
300g minced beef
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped or grated
1/2 tomato, diced
1/2 tin tomato paste
1 carton (approx. 200ml) double cream or cooking cream
Salt to taste
400g mozzarella, sliced
Grated hard cheese (such as Parmesan) to taste
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt to taste
300g minced beef
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped or grated
1/2 tomato, diced
1/2 tin tomato paste
1 carton (approx. 200ml) double cream or cooking cream
Salt to taste
400g mozzarella, sliced
Grated hard cheese (such as Parmesan) to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local Irish supermarkets like Tesco, Dunnes Stores, or SuperValu. Look for 'plain flour' in the baking aisle and 'minced beef' in the fresh meat section. If you cannot find 'muçarela', standard Irish cheddar is a suitable substitute, though mozzarella provides the traditional melting quality required for this dish.
Preparation method
- Place the eggs, milk, and oil into a blender and process until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour to the blender and pulse until you reach a creamy consistency.
- Season the batter with a pinch of salt.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with a drop of oil.
- Pour a ladle of the batter into the center of the hot pan.
- Tilt the pan quickly to ensure the batter coats the base evenly.
- Cook until the edges lift and the underside is lightly golden, then flip to cook the other side.
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and repeat until all the batter is used.
- In a separate saucepan, sauté the onion in a drizzle of oil until translucent.
- Add the minced beef and cook until browned and all liquid has evaporated.
- Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and cover the pan once more.
- Cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in the tomato paste and season with salt to taste.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened nicely.
- Remove from the heat and allow the beef sauce to cool slightly.
- Fold the cream into the beef sauce, mixing until fully combined and smooth.
- Return the sauce to low heat for 5 minutes to warm through.
- To assemble, place a slice of mozzarella and a spoonful of the beef sauce onto each pancake.
- Roll up each pancake carefully.
- Spread a thin layer of the remaining sauce in a baking dish.
- Arrange the rolled pancakes in the baking dish in a single layer.
- Top the pancakes with the rest of the creamy meat sauce.
- Sprinkle generously with grated cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
Observations
This classic recipe for minced beef pancakes is a staple for anyone looking for a wholesome and satisfying meal. The thin, golden-brown batter wraps around a rich, savory beef filling that is mellowed by a touch of cream and topped with melted, bubbly cheese. It is a versatile choice, ideal for a relaxed Sunday lunch or a stress-free dinner throughout the week.
The preparation involves straightforward stages: making the smooth batter, simmering the beef filling, and the final assembly with the sauce and cheese. Follow this step-by-step method to ensure a delicious result that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for the whole family.
The preparation involves straightforward stages: making the smooth batter, simmering the beef filling, and the final assembly with the sauce and cheese. Follow this step-by-step method to ensure a delicious result that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for the whole family.
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