Slovenský Zemiakový Koláč
Slovak Potato Cake
A savory and comforting potato cake, often made with mashed potatoes, flour, eggs, and cheese, baked until golden. It can be served as a side dish or a light meal.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 kg Potatoes(peeled and boiled until tender)
- 3 large Eggs
- 200 g All-purpose flour
- 150 g Bryndza (Slovak sheep cheese)(or a mix of feta and cream cheese)
- 100 g Smoked bacon(diced)
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Butter or oil(for greasing and frying)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish with butter or oil.
- 2
Mash the boiled potatoes until smooth. Let them cool slightly.
- 3
In a separate pan, fry the diced bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in the bacon fat until softened.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, eggs, flour, crumbled bryndza (or cheese mixture), sautéed onion and garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well until a cohesive dough forms.
- 5
Spread the potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the crispy bacon over the top.
- 6
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and firm.
- 7
Let the cake cool slightly before slicing and serving. It can be served warm or at room temperature.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a richer flavor, use authentic Slovak bryndza if available.
- ✓Ensure the potatoes are well-drained after boiling to avoid a watery cake.
- ✓Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your preference, considering the saltiness of the bacon and cheese.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add chopped fresh herbs like chives or parsley to the dough.
- Incorporate other vegetables like grated carrots or finely chopped mushrooms.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream or a side of sauerkraut.