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Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms

Published: November 9, 2015 | Last updated: October 23, 2018 83 Comments

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Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms - Delicious way to use leftover mashed potatoes. Potato cakes are perfect for summer, fall or winter lunch. Use different herbs to change the flavour. It's a delicious savoury vegan meal that even meat-eaters will love | imagelicious.com #vegan #potatocakes #stuffedpotatocakes #mushrooms #potatoes
Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms - Delicious way to use leftover mashed potatoes. Potato cakes are perfect for summer, fall or winter lunch. Use different herbs to change the flavour. It's a delicious savoury vegan meal that even meat-eaters will love | imagelicious.com #vegan #potatocakes #stuffedpotatocakes #mushrooms #potatoes

Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms – Delicious way to use leftover mashed potatoes. Potato cakes are perfect for summer, fall or winter lunch. Use different herbs to change the flavour. It’s a delicious savoury vegan meal that even meat-eaters will love!

Three golden Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms are on a cutting board. A bowl with mushroom stuffing is visible in the background

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(This post first appeared on Imagelicious on November 9, 2015)

For our first wedding year anniversary I gave my husband a fancy swiss army knife. He gave me a magazine subscription. “I thought we were doing traditional anniversary gifts, ” he said, “first year is paper.”

For our second anniversary I gave him a bathrobe; he gave me jewellery. “I thought we decided to do traditional anniversary gifts, ” I said to him, “second year is cotton.” Finally, for our third year we were in sync and gave each other traditional leather gifts.

Fourth year was much more difficult. Old school guides suggested that year four is the year of flowers or fruit, however, modern interpretation of that year said that it was the year for appliances. After a few weeks of hints I finally got a Slow Cooker.

And not a moment too soon. Since my oven stopped working, the slow cooker got a lot of use. Up until a few weeks ago I did not realize how much I rely on the oven. I don’t have a microwave, so leftovers get heated in the oven.

I bake, I roast, I broil and toast. I make most of my main courses in the oven. I cook vegetables, fruit, and bread. I grill pita, make meatballs, warm stews. All of it in the oven, not on the stove.

Top down view of all the ingredients to make the Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms. Process shot. Ingredients include: potatoes, mushrooms, onions, herbs, oil, flour, salt, pepper, seasonings

I cook in the oven so much, that I actually have a cookbook that just came out on August 2018 called Ultimate One-Pan Oven Cookbook: Complete Meals Using Just Your Sheet Pan, Dutch Oven, Roasting Pan and More. It contains 75 original delicious and easy recipes all made in the oven, all made on just one pan!

If you love using your oven just like I do, The Ultimate One-Pan Oven Cookbook is THE cookbook to have. It’s also absolutely perfect as a holiday gift!


So, for the past two weekends I’ve been slow cooking my food and trying to come up with ideas of what I could make on the stove that would be easy, convenient, and fast. Savoury Vegan Potato Cakes popped into my head recently and I finally got a chance to make them.

A pile of Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms on a cutting board, one of the cakes is open and you can see the filling. A bowl of the stuffing is visible in the background.

Are Stuffed Potato Cakes same as Russian Zrazy?

Stuffed potato cakes are actually a traditional Russian dish called Zrazy. There are many different kinds of Zrazy, some are meat based, some are vegetarian, but the basic idea behind the name is that it is something stuffed.

It could be meat roulades stuffed with eggs and fried. It could be fish cakes stuffed with dill pickles. Or, like in this case, it could be Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms.

How to make Stuffed Potato Cakes

These Vegan Potato Cakes can be made with leftover mashed potatoes or you can make vegan mashed potatoes specifically for this recipe.

If you are using leftover mashed potatoes then they need to be pretty sturdy and not very thin or you might need to add a bit extra flour to make the mashed potato dough pliable.

Once the mashed potato dough is made by adding some flour to the mashed potatoes, you just wrap it around a spoonful of your filling (Mushrooms, Onions, and Dill in this case) and form into patties.

TIP: Assembling the potato cakes could be messy, so for an easier way of doing it, you could just mix the potato mixture and the mushroom mixture together.

Wondering if there’s a secret to cooking the most delicious and perfect mushrooms? Check out my article on how to cook perfect mushrooms every time. There’s definitely a secret and you won’t believe what it is!!!

You then pan fry the stuffed potato cakes until they are golden on each side. I highly recommend using a very good non-stick pan, otherwise the mashed potatoes might stick to the pan.

You might also need to use a bit more oil depending on your pan.

My pan of choice is Calphalon. I’ve been using their pans for many years now and I replace them with the same brand and model when they wear out.

Top down view of the mushroom filling for the Vegan Potato Cakes

How much oil is needed to pan-fry these Vegan Potato Cakes?

Well, I list 2 tablespoons in my recipe with 1 tablespoon used for the mushroom filling and another one used to pan-fry the Stuffed Potato Cakes.

But, here’s the thing, the oil to pan-fry the potato cakes really depends on your pan. If you have a large pan then the oil will spread all over it in a much thinner layer than if you have a small pan.

If your pan is non-stick but is well used, it might not be as great for pan-frying these cakes as they might stick without enough oil.

Also, some pans and stoves have hot spots so the temperature might be different which would also mean that the potato cakes could stick.

So, use your discretion and add more oil if needed. 

TIP: it is also very often the case that the food will stick to the pan until it is properly cooked. I find that even with my very good non-stick pan, these stuffed potato cakes will stick to the pan for a few minutes, but once the nice and beautiful golden crust is created, they will magically not stick anymore.

Process shot: mashed potatoes in a bowl

What other herbs can you use with the Mushroom Filling?

  • Dill – this is by far my favourite herb to use with mushrooms!
  • Parsley – this is one of the most common herbs and very traditional, so everyone will love it.
  • Thyme – thyme and mushrooms are a great combination as thyme adds an earthy note to the filling.
  • Rosemary – just a great savoury way to flavour the mushrooms. Would be great around the holidays!
  • Oregano – oregano is not just for pizza or Greek salad, it goes great with mushrooms.

Closeup view of a small plate with two Vegan Potato Cakes Stuffed with Mushrooms and a bigger plate with the rest of the potato cakes in the background

What other fillings can you add to Vegan Potato Cakes?

  • Try sauerkraut for a touch of Polish flavour
  • Sautéed spinach with chili flakes for a spicy kick
  • Vegan melty cheese for an indulgent treat

This recipe works really well with leftover mashed potatoes too. Mushrooms and onions are cooked slowly for at least 15-20 minutes until all the liquid evaporated and then a few more minutes to get some colour. Herbs are then added to the mixture.

I love dill, it gives the filling summery yet savoury brightness. Some flour is added to mashed potatoes to make a simple dough, then potato cakes are stuffed and pan-fried to get golden colour.

Serve these Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms with some lemon, mustard or horseradish.

Top down view of the Vegan Potato Cakes. Two cakes on a small plate and another big plate with the rest of the plate. A bowl of the leftover mushroom filling is next to the plate

Can you make Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms using gluten-free flour?

I personally have never tried making potato cakes gluten-free but I’ve had readers make these with chickpea or rice flours with great results. If you make them with another type of gluten-free flour, please let me know in comments!

Can you freeze these Vegan Potato Cakes?

Yes, you can! Freeze the cooked Vegan Potato Cakes in one layer on a sheet pan. Once they are fully frozen, transfer to a freezer ziploc bag or a container.

To heat up, defrost over night in the fridge. Then either pan fry them on the stove or use microwave to warm them up.

Can you make the Stuffed Potato Cakes without any flour?

This is a great question. Flour is used not just to make the mashed potato dough pliable. Flour also changes the texture and flavour of the mashed potatoes. So, they actually taste a bit like dough.

If you are able to wrap mashed potatoes around the mushroom filling then you don’t really need to add the flour. Just remember, the flavour and texture will be different from my original recipe.

TIP: If you really prefer not to add any flour to these Vegan Potato Cakes then you could mix the mashed potatoes and the mushroom filling together, shape into patties and pan-fry. The Potato Cakes will look a bit different (they won’t be stuffed) but they will still be incredibly delicious!

One of my favourite things about this recipe (besides delicious flavour) is that it is a great way to get creative with your leftovers.

If you like Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms and would like to try something similar (and a bit easier) then make my Bubble and Squeak Potato Cakes.

Three golden Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms are on a cutting board. A bowl with mushroom stuffing is visible in the background


Watch the video below of how to make these delicious Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms. It’s so easy!

Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms - Delicious way to use leftover mashed potatoes. Potato cakes are perfect for summer, fall or winter lunch | imagelicious.com #vegan #potatocakes #stuffedpotatocakes #mushrooms #potatoes
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Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms

Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms - Delicious way to use leftover mashed potatoes. Perfect for summer, fall or winder lunch, use different herbs to change the flavour | Imagelicious
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Russian
Keyword mushrooms, potatoes, vegan
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooking and cooling potatoes 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 9 cakes
Calories 124kcal
Author Julia

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons oil or more as needed for pan-frying, divided
  • 1/2 pound mushrooms
  • 150 g onion
  • 10 g dill (or other herbs like parsley, rosemary, thyme
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • salt, pepper, dry thyme and your other favourite flavourings to taste
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Wash, peel and dice the potatoes.
  • Boil the potatoes with bay leaf until fully cooked.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, heat one tablespoon of oil in a large pan.
  • Dice the onion and coarsely chop mushrooms.
  • Add the onion and mushrooms to the pan and cook on medium-low heat mixing occasionally until all the liquid evaporated. This will take about 15-20 minutes.
  • Cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture starts to brown.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper. I use 1/4 teaspoon each salt, pepper, and dry thyme.
  • Finally chop the dill (or other herbs you are using), add it to the pan with the mushrooms, mix and take off the heat.
  • Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them well and mash with fork or masher, do not use food processor as it'll turn the potatoes watery. Season to taste.
  • Cool the potatoes.
  • Add flour to the mashed potatoes and mix well.
    Alternatively, you could use leftover mashed potatoes.
  • Take about 2 tablespoons of potato dough and flatten into a disk, place one spoonful of mushroom filling and cover with a bit more potato dough. Form into a disk.
  • Once all the potato cakes are assembled, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a large pan. 
  • Place potato cakes on the pan and fry about 5 minutes until they turn golden, flip and fry another 5 minutes until golden. 
    IMPORTANT: Use more oil if needed.
  • Serve with the leftover mushroom mixture if any left, some lemon juice, mustard or horseradish.

Video

Notes

You can omit flour or add less than the recipe calls for. I like flour as it makes the potatoes easier to handle, but it certainly isn't necessary.
 
Filling can vary. You can add different herbs like thyme, for example, or parsley. Or add bell peppers.
 
You will most likely have a tiny little bit of the mushroom filling leftover, just serve it alongside the potato cakes.
 
I have a really good non-stick pan (affiliate link) so the cakes don't stick too much, but if you are worried, add more oil to make sure that they don't stick. I know some readers had trouble with the frying part. Note, that quite often food will stick to the pan until it's actually done and only once it's properly cooked, it'll get released. In any case, please add oil as needed when frying the cakes. Also, they can be baked instead of fried.

Nutrition

Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 85IU | Vitamin C: 14.2mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 3.8mg
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Nutrition Facts
Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms
Amount Per Serving
Calories 124 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Fat 3g5%
Sodium 12mg1%
Potassium 536mg15%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 85IU2%
Vitamin C 14.2mg17%
Calcium 36mg4%
Iron 3.8mg21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Vegan Potato Cakes stuffed with Mushrooms - Delicious way to use leftover mashed potatoes. Potato cakes are perfect for summer, fall or winter lunch. Use different herbs to change the flavour. It's a delicious savoury vegan meal that even meat-eaters will love | imagelicious.com #vegan #potatocakes #stuffedpotatocakes #mushrooms #potatoes

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Comments

  1. Ana says

    August 30, 2021 at 9:58 pm

    These are amazing! I did change a few things. First, I added a Serrano pepper, three cloves of garlic, and smoked paprika to the filling. I made the potatoes as I normally would making mashed, then added the flour. I served it with egg noodles and brown gravy. It’s so good! I know noodles aren’t vegan but you could easily get vegan noodles!

    Reply
  2. karina says

    May 15, 2020 at 4:15 pm

    OMG these were so good! I made them without flour and while the air fryer version didn’t come out too great, pan searing them was AMAZING! i added some fresh serrano peppers for spiciness. Will definitely make again

    Reply
    • Julia says

      May 27, 2020 at 12:08 pm

      Your additions sound delicious!

      Reply
  3. Lejla says

    March 14, 2020 at 7:15 am

    Is one serving of 9 potato cakes 124kcal or is one potato cake 124kcal?

    Reply
    • Julia says

      March 15, 2020 at 1:27 pm

      1 serving = 1 cake

      Reply
  4. Suzanne says

    March 11, 2020 at 4:22 pm

    This looks so good! It is so nice to have a quick option for a warm vegan side!

    Reply
  5. Sarah says

    December 18, 2019 at 10:44 pm

    I tried making these last night & used almond flour instead of all purpose flour. When I fried the patties, they didn’t fry very well. They got mushy & we’re breaking apart. Is that because I used almond flour?

    Reply
    • Julia says

      December 19, 2019 at 7:04 am

      Almond flour is just ground almonds and doesn’t behave like other flours so it wouldn’t make the proper dough. I’d suggest using some other gluten-free flour, such as rice or chickpea. You might need to adjust the amounts and use a bit more

      Reply
  6. Jen says

    August 17, 2019 at 5:36 pm

    I spy a pocket full of gold ♥️

    Reply
  7. Leslie Stovall says

    July 31, 2019 at 1:58 pm

    Can you freeze the potato cakes once cooked?

    Reply
    • Julia says

      July 31, 2019 at 2:09 pm

      Yes, you can! Freeze the cooked Vegan Potato Cakes in one layer on a sheet pan. Once they are fully frozen, transfer to a freezer ziploc bag or a container.

      To heat up, defrost over night in the fridge. Then either pan fry them on the stove or use microwave to warm them up.

      Reply
  8. Jacqui says

    July 21, 2019 at 5:50 am

    Great recipe, I added a touch of almond milk when I mashed the potato as the mix was very dry. I made a few flat patties for my veg averse teen and that went down well too.

    Which flour do you recommend for making these gluten free?

    Reply
    • Julia says

      July 22, 2019 at 1:51 pm

      I have never made them gluten-free myself but I have read that other people used chickpea flour.

      Reply
  9. Melissa says

    March 17, 2019 at 9:43 pm

    If I baked them, what temp and how long?

    Reply
    • Julia says

      March 18, 2019 at 10:49 am

      Unfortunately I’ve never baked them myself so I can’t say. Everything is already cooked, so I’d say maybe 400F for about 15 minutes or so. I would spray the cakes with some cooking spray to get them to colour in the oven and flip half-way

      Reply
  10. Carly says

    January 13, 2019 at 8:15 pm

    Loved these! I added riced cauliflower to the mashed potatoes and lentils to the filling. They turned out awesome!

    Reply
  11. Jacque says

    October 25, 2018 at 2:52 pm

    I have always failed at making potato cakes, I am not sure what made me decide to give these a go. So glad that I did they were gorgeous. I made 8 not 9 as the recipe asked because that was right for what I needed. I used the leftover mushroom mixture with chilli beans. The potato cakes were all gone by the evening (6 eaten and enjoyed by Omni’s ).

    Reply
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