Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of German potato pancakes, known for their crispy edges and fluffy centers. Perfect for brunch or dinner, these golden-brown delights are easy to make and offer a savory experience that will have your family asking for seconds. Serve them with applesauce or sour cream for a classic touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium starchy potatoes (about 2 lbs), grated
- 1 medium onion, grated
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes and onion using a box grater or food processor.
- Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and twist to squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a bowl, combine drained potatoes and onion with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, flattening slightly. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with applesauce or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix in fresh herbs like chives or parsley into the batter. - To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat in a skillet until crispy.