Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these classic German potato pancakes are simple, satisfying, and perfect as a savory breakfast, a light lunch, or a hearty dinner side.
Ingredients
2 large eggs
4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and grated
1 teaspoon salt
1 small onion, grated
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil recommended)
Instructions
- Place the grated potatoes into a flour sack towel and wring out as much water as possible.
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated onion, eggs, salt, flour, and potatoes until well combined.
- Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Drop about ½ cup of the mixture into the hot skillet and flatten slightly to form a pancake.
- Fry for 2–3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Serve hot with sour cream, applesauce, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Add grated Parmesan and chopped parsley for a savory twist.
- Mix in garlic powder or cumin for extra flavor.
- Fold in grated carrots or zucchini for color and texture.
- Top with sour cream and fresh herbs for serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
