Amor Patty
Recreate Chef Sam Kim & Michael’s ‘Amor Patty’ at Home! (Restaurant-Inspired Recipe)
Hello everyone! Today, we’re diving into a delicious recipe inspired by the popular Korean TV show ‘Please Take Care of My Refrigerator.’ We’ll be making the ‘Amor Patty,’ a signature dish by renowned chefs Sam Kim and Michael! This recipe, chosen by celebrity Lee Guk-joo, might look intricate, but I’ve simplified it using readily available ingredients and provided clear, step-by-step instructions. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this restaurant-quality dish you can easily make in your own kitchen!
Patty Ingredients- Beef (lean cut + ground beef) 120g
- Potatoes 3 medium
- Onion 1/2 medium
- Minced garlic 1/2 Tbsp (or 1 clove garlic for slicing)
- Egg 1 large
- Chives a small handful
- Dried chili peppers 4-5 (adjust for spice level)
Sauce Ingredients- Olive oil 1 Tbsp
- Tomato sauce (store-bought) 2 Tbsp
- Parmesan cheese powder 1 tsp (or mozzarella cheese)
- Salt 1 tsp
- Pepper 1/2 tsp
- Flour 1 tsp
- Vinegar 1 tsp
- Olive oil 1 Tbsp
- Tomato sauce (store-bought) 2 Tbsp
- Parmesan cheese powder 1 tsp (or mozzarella cheese)
- Salt 1 tsp
- Pepper 1/2 tsp
- Flour 1 tsp
- Vinegar 1 tsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare all the ingredients according to the recipe. Gathering fresh ingredients is the first step to a delicious meal!
Step 2
Thinly slice the garlic. Finely chop the onion and chives. Peel and roughly chop the potatoes.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the flavorful sauce to accompany the potato pancakes. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of olive oil and
Step 4
1 teaspoon of vinegar. The tanginess will add a wonderful depth of flavor.
Step 5
Crumble in 3 dried chili peppers (adjust to your spice preference), add 3 slices of the prepared garlic, a pinch of chopped chives, and two pinches of salt. Mix everything well. And just like that, a delicious sauce is ready!
Step 6
Next, we’ll prepare the star of the show: the meat patty. Place the beef into a blender or food processor. Pulse it 2-3 times briefly; you don’t want to grind it too finely. A little texture makes it more enjoyable.
Step 7
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, 1 tablespoon of chopped onion, 1 teaspoon of chopped chives, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, and two pinches each of salt and pepper.
Step 8
Add 1 teaspoon of Parmesan cheese powder. Knead the mixture with your hands until it becomes cohesive and slightly sticky. Shape the mixture into round patties and place them in the refrigerator to chill for a bit.
Step 9
Now, let’s make a quick tomato sauce that pairs perfectly with the patty. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan or pot over low heat. Add all the sliced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Step 10
Once the garlic releases its aroma, stir in 2 tablespoons of your favorite store-bought tomato sauce.
Step 11
Although not in the original broadcast recipe, if you have any leftover bell pepper scraps, finely dicing and adding them will enhance the color and flavor. (Optional)
Step 12
Reduce the heat to very low to prevent the sauce from thickening too much, and keep it warm.
Step 13
Finally, it’s time to prepare the potato pancakes that will accompany our dish. Place the peeled and roughly chopped potatoes into a hand blender or blender and puree until smooth.
Step 14
It’s crucial to blend the potatoes until there are no lumps for a wonderfully smooth texture. This is the secret to perfectly tender pancakes.
Step 15
Once pureed, drain the potato mixture thoroughly. Squeeze out as much excess water as possible; otherwise, your pancakes might turn out soggy.
Step 16
Transfer the drained potato puree to a clean bowl.
Step 17
Crack in 1 egg and whisk it thoroughly with the potato mixture until well combined.
Step 18
Add only half of the whisked egg mixture to the potato batter and mix. Adding all the egg at once might make the batter too thin.
Step 19
Add the remaining chopped onion to the bowl, and
Step 20
add two more pinches of salt and pepper to season.
Step 21
Stir in 1 teaspoon of flour. This will help bind the batter together nicely.
Step 22
Mix everything gently until well combined, and your potato pancake batter is ready to go!
Step 23
Now, let’s cook everything! Heat a pan with a generous amount of oil over medium heat. Place the prepared patties in the hot pan and sear them until golden brown on both sides. Ensure they are cooked through.
Step 24
Once the patties are nicely browned, remove them from the pan and set them aside on a plate.
Step 25
Using the same pan, spoon about 2 teaspoons of the potato pancake batter onto the pan and spread it into small, thin pancakes. Mini pancakes work best!
Step 26
Cook the potato pancakes until golden brown on both sides. They’re ready when they turn a beautiful golden color!
Step 27
Finally, arrange all the cooked components—the ‘Amor Patty,’ potato pancakes, and sauce—on a plate attractively. You’ve now successfully recreated Chef Sam Kim and Michael’s ‘Amor Patty’ at home! Perfect for a special meal or a delightful gathering. Enjoy your culinary masterpiece!
