Air Fryer Meat and Cheese Pancakes are enriched with protein. It contains beef, egg, onion, breadcrumbs, cilantro, oil, mozzarella cheese, garlic, and seasonings. This contains mozzarella cheese, which is not good for a dairy-free diet. These pancakes get cooked in 27 minutes, perfect for a fast breakfast. These pancakes store nicely, and we would easily prepare them for meal prep purposes. These Air Fryer Meat and Cheese Pancakes have lots of protein & low carb content, so they are good for various diets. It has 4g net carbs and 25g protein in one serving. Serve these pancakes with mashed potatoes, cauliflower rice, and chipotle mayonnaise.
STATS:
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Serving Size: One pancake
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Course: Main Course, Snack
- Diet: High-Protein
- Servings: 8 pancakes
EQUIPMENT:
- Air fryer
- Large mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Oil spray
- Spatula
INGREDIENTS:
FOR THE PANCAKES:
- 500 g ground beef
- Black pepper
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- Salt
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup onion
- ½ tsp. cumin
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp. mustard
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp. paprika
- 2 tbsp. chopped cilantro
- Oil spray
INGREDIENT NOTES:
GROUND BEEF:
- We have to use lean ground beef to make these pancakes. It will provide the low-fat, nice for keeping calories low. Use the ground turkey instead for this purpose.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Mozzarella cheese will make the creamy and melty middle part of these pancakes. Utilize the queso or fresh melting cheese to provide the indulgent taste. Make the cubes to add the gooey pockets to the pancakes.
EGG:
- Use the egg to bind the mixture of these pancakes so they keep their shape. It will also provide the moisture content and softness in these pancakes & use the one big egg for this purpose.
ONION:
- Use the onions to add juiciness and a sweet taste to these patties. Make the small dice so they distribute equally in the meat mix. Use the white or yellow onions to make these pancakes.
GARLIC:
- Garlic is used to add a strong savory taste to the pancakes. Crush them finely to release the aroma and taste. Use the garlic powder instead if required, but it will not include the strong flavor.
BREADCRUMBS:
- Breadcrumbs will absorb the additional moisture and improve the texture of these pancakes. Utilize the oats instead for this purpose if required, it will provide the extra fiber and make them more nutritious.
CILANTRO:
- Cilantro will add a bright taste and color to the dish and will provide a bold flavor. Use the parsley instead if required.
SPICES:
- Use the mustard, salt, paprika, cumin, & black pepper to season the pancakes. The mustard adds a soft, tangy taste and deepens the flavor. Cumin provides the warm profile, paprika delivers the light sweet taste and color, and salt will enrich the taste of all spices, while the pepper will add the light spice.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Pre-warm the air fryer at 375° F for 3-5 minutes.
- Then add the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onions, cilantro, garlic, egg, and spices to the vessel and mix them.
- Stir to mix all the components properly, and then distribute the mixture into 8 parts.
- Now shape the portions in the ½ inch thick patty and spray the sides with oil.
- Add the patties to the basket in one layer and air fry them for ten to twelve minutes by flipping them in between.
- Cook the patties for ten to twelve minutes till the temperature reaches 160° F.
- Leave the patties for three minutes, then serve with the preferred side dish.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPPING SAUCE:
- Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- Chipotle Mayo
- Spicy Mustard Dip
- Avocado Crema
- Ranch Dressing
SALADS:
- Garden Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Coleslaw
- Greek Salad
- Arugula Salad
VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Grilled Zucchini
- Air Fryer Asparagus
- Green Beans Almondine
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
POTATO SIDES:
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Potato Wedges
- Roasted Baby Potatoes
- Hash Browns
RICE & GRAINS:
- Cilantro Lime Rice
- Quinoa Pilaf
- Brown Rice
- Spanish Rice
- Couscous
LOW-CARB SIDES:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Zucchini Noodles
- Cabbage Slaw
- Steamed Spinach
- Roasted Cauliflower
BREAD & WRAPS:
- Dinner Rolls
- Garlic Bread
- Pita Bread
- Tortilla Wraps
- Hamburger Buns
BEVERAGES:
- Iced Tea
- Lemonade
- Sparkling Water
- Cucumber Mint Water
- Fresh Fruit Juice
TIPS:
- Chill the mixture for fifteen minutes, then shape it to make it soft.
- Utilize the cubes of cheese to make the gooey middle.
- Don’t add lots of patties to the basket.
- Change the sides of the pancakes with care to keep their shapes.
- Leave the pancakes for some time so they remain juicy.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the pancakes in the box and store them for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Add the pancakes to the bags and freeze them for 3 months.
FAQs:
Will I utilize the ground chicken to make these pancakes?
- Use the ground turkey or chicken to make these pancakes; both provide good outcomes.
How to prepare gluten-free pancakes?
- Use the gluten-free oats or utilize the almond or coconut flour breadcrumbs to make these pancakes gluten-free.
How to prepare them in advance?
- You can shape the patties and store them for one day, then cook.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Servings: 8
Calories: 320 kcal
Net Carbs: 4 g
Iron: 2.4 mg
Total Carbs: 5 g
Vitamin A: 0.08 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Calcium: 180 mg
Serving Size: 1 pancake
Protein: 25 g
Sodium: 380 mg
Potassium: 320 mg