Boiled Patty Cakes
Delight in the comforting simplicity of Boiled Patty Cakes, a unique twist on stuffed dumplings that combines tender, homemade dough with a savory, seasoned meat filling. Packed with flavor from finely chopped onions, garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of fresh parsley or cilantro, these hearty cakes are boiled to perfection, resulting in a soft, pillowy exterior that melts in your mouth. Perfect as a main dish or served alongside a tangy dipping sauce, this recipe is a satisfying blend of wholesome ingredients and straightforward preparation, taking just under an hour to make. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, these boiled treats offer a clever way to transform ground meat into something extraordinary. Whether you use beef, chicken, or pork, Boiled Patty Cakes are sure to become a comforting favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Water
- 1 pound Ground meat (beef, chicken, or pork)
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cut in the unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add water, stirring continuously, until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough gently on a floured surface for 2-3 minutes. Cover with a clean towel and set aside.
In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and soft, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Stir in the soy sauce, ground black pepper, and fresh parsley or cilantro. Remove the mixture from heat and let cool slightly.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Flatten each ball into a disk about 4 inches in diameter.
Place 2 tablespoons of the meat filling in the center of each disk. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch them together to seal, forming a small patty.
In a large pot, bring water to a gentle boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Carefully drop the patty cakes into the boiling water, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Boil for 10-12 minutes or until the dough becomes tender and cooked through.
Remove the patty cakes with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a main dish or alongside a dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
647 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.1 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 756 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 435 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
