Ingredients

• Potatoes: 5 units, cut into cubes
• Tomatoes: 5 units, chopped
• Ground beef: 450 grams
• Onion: 1 unit, chopped
• Garlic: 2 cloves, chopped
• Eggs: 5 units
• Cheese: 100 grams, grated
• Pickled cucumbers: 2 pieces, chopped
• Mustard: 1 teaspoon
• Sour cream: 1 teaspoon
• Paprika: 1 teaspoon
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Method of preparation

1. Preparation of the Potatoes:
   • In a large frying pan, heat some oil and cook the diced potatoes until they are golden and soft. Reserve.
2. Meat Preparation:
   • In another frying pan, sauté the ground beef with the chopped onion and garlic.
   • Season with paprika and black pepper to taste, cooking until the meat is well browned.
3. Assembling the Pie:
   • In a bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt.
   • In a greased frying pan, assemble a layer with half the potatoes, pour half the beaten eggs on top and add a layer of ground meat.
   • Sprinkle half the grated cheese over the meat and repeat the layers, ending with a layer of cheese.
4. Cooking:
   • Cover the skillet with parchment paper and a lid, and cook over low heat, turning the pie carefully to brown on both sides.
5. Sauce Preparation:
   • Mix grated pickled cucumbers with mustard, sour cream and some dill (optional) to make a creamy sauce.
6. Finishing:
   • Serve the pie hot accompanied by the cucumber sauce.

Tips and Variations

• Substitutions: If you prefer a vegetarian version, replace the ground beef with crumbled tofu or tempeh.
• Additions: Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or peppers for more color and nutrition.
• Bake in the Oven: For a crispier crust, you can choose to bake the pie in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 25-30 minutes.

This meat and potato pie is more than a recipe; It’s a family tradition that brings comfort and warmth to any meal.

Try making it at home and discover why this dish has been a favorite for generations.