Description
Indulge in the comforting taste of German Potato Pancakes, where crispy golden-brown rounds meet a fluffy interior. Perfect for any meal, these potato pancakes are a family favorite that brings joy to the dinner table. Serve them hot with applesauce or sour cream, and watch as they become an instant hit at your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Grate the peeled potatoes and onion using a box grater or food processor.
- Place the grated mixture in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture for maximum crispiness.
- In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Scoop the batter into the hot oil using a measuring cup or spoon; flatten gently with a spatula.
- Fry until golden brown on one side (about 3-4 minutes) before flipping to cook the other side.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg