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Limousin potato and chard patties with salad

Limousin potato and chard patties are a traditional French dish made from mashed potatoes and chard, bound with eggs and flour, then pan fried. For 4 people, it takes 50 minutes and moderate skill, at €1.80 per serving. The key is squeezing the chard very dry, which keeps the patties firm and lets them brown nicely, served with a crisp salad.

Pan fried Limousin patties of mashed potato and chard, served with a crisp salad.

Limousin potato and chard patties with salad
Total time
50 min
Difficulty
Medium
Cost per person
€1.80
Calories per person
500 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Fall, Winter
The kids
They generally like it

These patties come from the Limousin countryside, where leftover potatoes and garden greens turned into a simple, filling meal. The potatoes are mashed roughly, so they keep some bite under the golden crust, while the chard adds a soft, slightly earthy note. Eggs and flour hold everything together, just enough for the patties to stay in one piece in the pan without turning dense.

It is an easy weeknight dish that breaks the usual routine, and kids tend to take to it since potato is the main flavor they taste. It also works for a relaxed Sunday, with a crisp salad on the side to balance the comforting patties. Just plan a bit of time upfront to cook and mash the potatoes before everything comes together.

The ingredients

4 people

Fruits and vegetables

  • Potatoes 800 g
  • Chard 500 g
  • Garlic 2 cloves
  • Parsley 5 sprigs
  • Green salad 1

Dairy

  • Eggs 2

Pantry

  • Flouroften in the pantry 60 g
  • Vinaigrette 4 tbsp
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 4 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Eggs, Gluten

The step by step recipe

  1. Cook the potatoes and mash them roughly. 20 min

    Keep a bit of texture in the mash.

  2. Cook the chopped chard, then press it well to remove water. 8 min

    Save the chard stalks for another dish.

  3. Mix the potatoes, chard, eggs, flour, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.

    Test a small patty first to adjust the seasoning.

  4. Shape patties and brown them in oil on each side. 12 min

    Flip them with a wide spatula.

  5. Serve with the dressed salad.

    A mustardy vinaigrette works especially well.

Our tips to get it right

  • Let the mashed potatoes cool slightly before adding the eggs, otherwise the mixture turns too loose.
  • Shape patties about one centimeter thick so they cook through without burning on the outside.
  • Use a hot pan and avoid crowding it, the patties brown better with space around them.

The variations

  • Swap the chard for spinach or shredded green cabbage, the texture will be a touch finer.
  • For a richer version, stir a handful of grated cheese into the mixture before shaping the patties.
  • To save time, cook and mash the potatoes and chard the day before, then just mix and fry the next day.

What to serve it with

  • A crisp green salad
  • Fresh goat cheese
  • Homemade applesauce

Storage

The patties keep for 2 days in the fridge in a sealed container. You can freeze them raw, laid flat, and cook them straight from frozen. Reheat cooked patties in a pan so they crisp up again.

Questions about this dish

Can you make the patty mixture ahead of time?

Yes, you can mix all the ingredients the day before and keep it in the fridge. Shape and cook the patties right before serving so they stay nicely browned.

Can you use a different flour?

Gluten free flour works in the same amount, with a similar result. The patties will just be slightly more delicate to flip.

Why do you need to squeeze the cooked chard so hard?

Chard releases a lot of water as it cooks, which would make the mixture soggy if left in. Pressing it well keeps the patties firm and helps them brown properly.

Do kids usually like this dish?

Mashed potato makes this feel familiar to kids, even ones who avoid green vegetables. The chard blends into the patty and barely stands out in taste.

How long does it take to make a Limousin potato and chard patty with salad?

Count 50 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “medium”.

How many calories are in a Limousin potato and chard patty with salad?

About 500 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a Limousin potato and chard patty with salad cost?

About €1.80 per serving, or €7.20 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains eggs, gluten. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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