Silavakakut (Finnish Bacon Potato Pancakes)
Hearty and flavorful potato pancakes made with mashed potatoes and studded with crispy bacon. These are a comforting and satisfying dish, often served as a main course.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 lb Potatoes
- 2 large Eggs(lightly beaten)
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Sea salt
- 1 tsp Honey
- 12 oz Bacon, chopped
- 4 Tbsp Butter
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Peel and quarter the potatoes. Boil in salted water until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and mash thoroughly in a large bowl.
- 2
Meanwhile, cook the chopped bacon in a frying pan over medium heat until lightly browned. Remove from heat and reserve.
- 3
To the mashed potatoes, add the beaten eggs, flour, salt, and honey. Mix well to form a dough.
- 4
Wet your hands, take a portion of the dough, and roll it into a ball. Press your thumb into the center to create a hollow, fill with cooked bacon, and then cover with dough. Flatten the filled balls into pancake shapes.
- 5
Heat half the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the pancakes in the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Add more butter as needed.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the bacon is cooked until crispy for the best texture.
- ✓Keep your hands wet while forming the pancakes to prevent sticking.
- ✓Adjust flour quantity if the dough is too wet or too dry.
🔄 Variations
- Add finely chopped onion or chives to the dough for extra flavor.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream or lingonberry jam.