Description
Learn how to make delicious German Potato Pancakes with this easy and authentic recipe. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these potato pancakes are perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds russet potatoes (peeled and grated)
- 1 small onion (grated)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Applesauce or sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Potato Mixture: Grate the potatoes and onion, then squeeze out excess liquid. Combine with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Fry the Pancakes: Heat oil in a skillet, drop potato mixture, flatten, and fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve hot with applesauce or sour cream.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure to remove excess liquid from the potatoes.
- Keep finished pancakes warm in a low oven while cooking the rest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
