Description
Crispy german potato pancakes offer a delightful journey through traditional German cuisine. Potato lovers will savor these golden-brown treats that blend simplicity with rich, comforting flavors you’ll instantly adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes (peeled and grated)
- 1 small onion (grated)
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp (5 ml) salt
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) black pepper
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Thoroughly wring out grated potatoes using a clean kitchen towel to remove all excess liquid, ensuring crisp pancakes.
- Combine grated potatoes, finely chopped onion, beaten eggs, flour, seasoning in a mixing bowl, blending ingredients until well incorporated.
- Preheat a heavy skillet with vegetable oil to 375°F, creating an ideal frying environment.
- Carefully spoon potato mixture into hot oil, gently pressing each portion into thin, uniform pancakes using a spatula.
- Fry potato pancakes for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side, monitoring heat to achieve a deep golden-brown exterior and crispy texture.
- Transfer cooked pancakes onto absorbent paper towels to drain excess oil and maintain crispness.
- Plate immediately while warm, accompanying with traditional condiments like tangy applesauce or creamy sour cream for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Ensure potatoes are thoroughly dried to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent soggy pancakes.
- Use starchy potatoes like Russet for the best texture and binding properties.
- Consider adding a gluten-free alternative like cornstarch or almond flour for those with dietary restrictions.
- Try different seasonings like garlic powder or fresh herbs to enhance the flavor profile of the pancakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg