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German Potato Pancakes Recipe

German Potato Pancakes Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 10 pancakes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

German Potato Pancakes, also known as Kartoffelpuffer, are crispy and golden fritters made from grated russet potatoes and onions, lightly seasoned and fried to perfection. Served traditionally with applesauce or sour cream, these savory pancakes make a delightful side dish perfect for any meal.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Applesauce or sour cream for serving (optional)


Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes and onion: Place the grated potatoes and onion in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible to ensure crispiness.
  2. Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the drained potato and onion mixture with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Heat oil: Pour about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat over medium heat until shimmering.
  4. Form and fry pancakes: Working in batches, drop 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the hot oil. Flatten each with a spatula to form a pancake shape.
  5. Fry until golden: Cook the pancakes for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until they become golden brown and crispy.
  6. Drain excess oil: Transfer the fried pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
  7. Serve: Serve the pancakes warm, accompanied by applesauce or sour cream if desired.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, make sure to thoroughly drain the potatoes before mixing.
  • These pancakes are best eaten immediately but can be kept warm in a low oven when making a large batch.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pancake
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg