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Crispy German Potato Pancakes

Crispy German Potato Pancakes: Your New Favorite Comfort Food

Crispy German Potato Pancakes are a beloved comfort food that offers a crunchy exterior and tender interior, suitable for various dietary needs.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: German
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Mixture
  • 4 large Russet Potatoes Peeled and grated
  • 1 small Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 Eggs Or flax eggs for dairy-free option
  • 0.25 cup All-Purpose Flour Use rice flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For Frying
  • 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and grate the russet potatoes, then squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel.
  2. Mix with Onion: Finely chop the onion and add it to the grated potatoes, mixing well.
  3. Combine the Batter: In a bowl, beat the eggs and mix in with the potato-onion mixture, flour, salt, and pepper until chunky and combined.
  4. Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high until shimmering.
  5. Fry the Pancakes: Drop 1/4 cup of the mixture into the skillet, flatten slightly, and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Drain Excess Oil: Transfer pancakes to paper towels to drain excess oil after frying.
  7. Serve Warm: Serve pancakes warm with toppings like sour cream or applesauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to drain well for crispy texture and avoid overcrowding the skillet during frying.

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