🥔 Crispy Grated Potato Pie with Spinach & Mushrooms
Mediterranean-Style | Oven-Baked | Vegetarian
🫒 Description
This Crispy Grated Potato Pie is made with shredded potatoes that bake into a golden, crunchy crust while staying tender inside. Filled with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs, it’s comforting without being heavy. Perfect as a main dish, brunch centerpiece, or hearty side.
🧺 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
Potato Base
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4 medium potatoes, peeled and grated
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1 small onion, grated
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2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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1 egg
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
Filling
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1½ cups mushrooms, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups fresh spinach
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½ tsp dried oregano or thyme
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½ cup crumbled feta or grated mozzarella (optional)
Optional Finish
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Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
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Yogurt or tzatziki for serving
👩🍳 Instructions
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Prep the Potatoes
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Squeeze grated potatoes and onion in a clean towel to remove excess moisture. -
Make the Crust
In a bowl, mix potatoes, onion, olive oil, egg, salt, and pepper. -
Bake the Base
Press mixture firmly into a greased pie dish or skillet.
Bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden. -
Prepare the Filling
Heat olive oil in a pan.
Sauté mushrooms until golden. Add garlic and spinach; cook until wilted. Season with herbs. -
Assemble
Spread filling over the baked potato base. Sprinkle cheese if using. -
Final Bake
Return to oven and bake 15–20 minutes until crispy and set. -
Serve
Rest 5 minutes. Garnish with herbs and serve warm.
🍽 Mediterranean Serving Ideas
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With Greek yogurt, tzatziki, or labneh
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Alongside tomato-cucumber salad
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For brunch with eggs and olives
❓ Q & A
Q: How do I get the potatoes extra crispy?
A: Squeeze out moisture well and press the crust firmly before baking.
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: It already is—no flour needed.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes—skip the egg and add 1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp flaxseed mixed with water.
Q: Can I prepare this ahead?
A: Yes—assemble and refrigerate, then bake when ready.
Q: Can I cook this in a pan instead of the oven?
A: You can, but the oven gives the best crisp all around.
