bacon potato cakes with ham steak egg and sliced avocado
Charles Efaw
Ingredients
- Bacon Potato Cakes:
- Potatoes (mashed or grated)
- Sautéed Bacon (crumbled)
- Eggs (for binding)
- Flour (optional, for coating)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Herbs (such as parsley or chives, optional)
- Ham Steak Egg:
- Cooked Ham Slices
- Eggs (2 per serving)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Butter (for cooking)
- Sliced Avocado:
- Ripe Avocados
- Lemon Juice (to prevent browning)
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Steps
### Bacon Potato Cakes with Ham Steak, Egg, and Sliced Avocado Recipe
#### Introduction
Bacon potato cakes are a delightful and savory treat that combine the richness of potatoes with the smokiness of bacon. This recipe also includes ham steak, an egg for binding, and avocado slices to add freshness. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, these cakes can be served at home or even at a casual party.
#### Ingredients
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup finely chopped ham steak
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for binding)
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- Avocado slices for garnish
- Optional: Sour cream or mayonnaise for dipping
#### Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Non-stick pan or skillet
- Fork or potato masher
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### Step-by-Step Instructions
1. **Prepare the Potatoes**
- Rinse and peel the potatoes.
- Grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor into a large mixing bowl.
2. **Cook the Bacon**
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels to remove excess grease, then crumble coarsely with your fingers and set aside.
3. **Chop Ham Steak**
- Finely chop the ham steak into small pieces.
4. **Mix Potatoes and Ingredients**
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, cooked bacon, chopped ham, softened butter, salt, pepper, and egg.
- Gently mix everything together until well combined.
5. **Shape the Cakes**
- Divide the mixture into 8-10 equal portions.
- Using your hands or a small cookie cutter, shape each portion into patties about 1-inch thick.
6. **Cook the Bacon Potato Cakes**
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil or butter.
- Carefully place the potato cakes in the pan; cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
7. **Assemble and Serve**
- Once cooked, transfer the bacon potato cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess fat.
- Garnish with sliced avocado and serve immediately with sour cream or mayonnaise on the side for dipping.
#### Tips and Variations
- For extra flavor, add finely chopped herbs like parsley or chives to the mixture.
- Use different types of cheese such as cheddar or Gruyère for a richer taste.
- Add some finely minced garlic or grated Parmesan for added depth in flavor.