Description
Learn how to make delicious German Potato Pancakes at home with this easy recipe. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these pancakes are perfect for breakfast or as a side dish.
Ingredients
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Potato Pancakes:
- 1 lb russet potatoes
- 1 small yellow onion
- Pinch of salt plus more for seasoning
- Pinch of black pepper for savory pancakes
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Potato Mixture: Wash, peel, and grate the potatoes and onion. Drain excess liquid if needed.
- Mix the Batter: Combine grated potato-onion mixture with salt, pepper, flour, and egg, forming a thick batter.
- Fry the Pancakes: Heat oil in a skillet, spoon batter into hot oil, flatten, and fry until golden brown.
- Crisp the Pancakes: Refry the pancakes briefly for extra crunch.
- Serve: Top with desired toppings and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Pancake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
