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German Potato Pancakes

Crispy German Potato Pancakes for Comfort Any Time of Day

Discover the joy of crispy German Potato Pancakes, a delightful comfort food perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: German
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Mixture
  • 4 medium russet potatoes washed and peeled
  • 1 medium yellow onion grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 dash black pepper optional
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • ¼ inch vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for German Potato Pancakes
  1. Start by washing and peeling the russet potatoes. Grate the potatoes and the yellow onion into a large mixing bowl, draining any excess liquid.
  2. In the bowl with the grated mixture, add salt, black pepper, flour, and the beaten egg. Mix everything until fully combined, forming a thick batter.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture into the skillet and flatten with a spatula. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. For extra crunch, re-fry each pancake for 30-60 seconds on each side after the initial frying.
  6. Remove pancakes from skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve immediately with toppings like applesauce or sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Drain excess liquid from grated potatoes for crispy texture. Use a heavy skillet to maintain heat and avoid sticking. Keep pancakes warm in an oven if cooking in batches.

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