Description
Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these German Potato Pancakes are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of potatoes
- 1 small onion
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of pepper
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 medium-sized egg
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes and onion thoroughly.
- Peel the potatoes and onion with a vegetable peeler.
- Grate the potatoes and onion using a box grater or a food processor.
- Drain excess water from the grated potatoes to avoid sogginess.
- Add salt, pepper, flour, and egg to the drained mixture.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Spoon batter into the hot oil, making small pancakes.
- Cook until golden brown on both sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and keep warm in the oven.
- Serve with desired toppings.
Notes
For a classic taste, serve with applesauce or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg