Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these German Potato Pancakes are a delicious comfort food! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish, these traditional potato pancakes pair well with sour cream or applesauce. If you love easy savory pancakes, European recipes, or quick high-protein meals, this recipe is for you!
Ingredients
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6 gold potatoes, shredded
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2 large eggs
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2 tbsp flour
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
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1/4 tsp baking powder
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1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
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Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, eggs, flour, pepper, salt, chopped onion, and baking powder. Knead with your hands until fully combined.
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Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
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Shape the pancakes: Scoop ¼ cup portions of the potato mixture and shape them into pancakes.
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Fry until golden: Add the pancakes to the hot oil and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
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Drain & serve: Transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with sour cream or applesauce.
Notes
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Make them extra crispy: Squeeze out excess moisture from the shredded potatoes before mixing.
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Spice it up: Add a pinch of paprika or garlic powder for extra flavor.
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Serving suggestions: Top with smoked salmon, chives, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a gourmet touch!
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Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg