Description
Delicious and crispy German Potato Pancakes made from grated russet potatoes and onions, seasoned with salt and pepper, and fried to golden perfection. These savory pancakes are perfect as a side dish or a snack, served hot with traditional toppings like applesauce or sour cream.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (optional)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil, for frying (about ¼ cup)
Instructions
- Wash and Peel the Potatoes: Peel the russet potatoes thoroughly, removing all skin to prepare for grating.
- Grate the Potatoes: Using the large grating side of a box grater, grate the peeled potatoes into a large mixing bowl.
- Grate the Onion: Grate the yellow onion directly into the same bowl with the potatoes to combine flavors throughout the batter.
- Drain Excess Liquid: Carefully drain off the liquid that accumulates in the bowl, pressing gently to remove excess moisture for crispier pancakes.
- Mix the Ingredients: Add salt, black pepper (if using), flour, and the large egg to the potato-onion mixture.
- Combine: Use your hands or a spoon to mix everything thoroughly until you form a thick, cohesive batter.
- Heat the Oil: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add enough vegetable oil to coat the bottom, heating until shimmering but not smoking.
- Form the Pancakes: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the batter and shape it into a flat pancake with the back of a spoon.
- Fry the Pancakes: Carefully place the formed pancakes into the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove the cooked pancakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb extra oil.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the potato pancakes hot and crispy, topped with traditional accompaniments like applesauce or sour cream.
Notes
- Pressing out the excess potato liquid is essential for crispy pancakes.
- Use neutral vegetable oil with a high smoke point for best frying results.
- Serve immediately to enjoy their optimal texture and flavor.
- Optional black pepper can be adjusted or omitted based on taste preferences.
- These pancakes can be kept warm in a low oven while finishing the batch.
