Description
Experience the joy of homemade German potato pancakes, crispy on the outside and fluffy within. Each bite bursts with savory flavor, making them an ideal comfort food for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Enjoy them topped with applesauce or sour cream for an unforgettable taste sensation. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures that even novice cooks can create these delightful treats at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes; squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, mix the grated potatoes with chopped onion, beaten eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Scoop about ¼ cup of the mixture into the skillet and flatten gently with a spatula.
- Fry for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg