Description
Discover how to make crispy and delicious German Potato Pancakes, a traditional German delight perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. These easy-to-make pancakes are crispy on the outside and tender inside, offering a savory experience with every bite. Enjoy them topped with applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon for a versatile meal that the whole family will love. Made with simple ingredients like grated potatoes, onion, eggs, and flour, this German Potato Pancakes recipe is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Oil or clarified butter for frying
Instructions
- Grate the potatoes finely and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, mix the grated potatoes, chopped onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Heat oil or clarified butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Scoop spoonfuls of the potato mixture and flatten into pancakes.
- Fry the pancakes until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve hot with toppings like applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon.
Notes
- Ensure excess moisture is removed from the grated potatoes for maximum crispiness.
- Use enough oil or clarified butter to prevent sticking and to help achieve a crunchy exterior.
- Adjust seasoning and add herbs or spices for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg