German Potato Pancakes
These German Potato Pancakes are a delicious, crispy treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients like potatoes, onions, and egg, they’re easy to prepare and full of flavor. Serve them with sour cream or apple sauce for the ultimate comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 small onion
- 1 lb potatoes
- 1 medium-sized egg
- 3 tbsp flour
- 1 pinch pepper
- 1 pinch salt
- Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes and Onion:
- Grate onions and potatoes using a box grater or food processor.
- Mix the Ingredients:
- In a bowl, beat the egg and add the grated onion, grated potatoes, flour, pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Heat the Oil:
- Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- Form and Fry the Pancakes:
- Using a 1/4 cup scale, pour the potato mixture into the hot oil. Flatten the mixture with the back of a spoon to form a pancake shape.
- Fry the pancake for 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Repeat:
- Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil to the pan if necessary.
- Serve:
- Serve the German potato pancakes hot with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream or apple sauce.
Notes
- For Extra Crispiness: You can add an extra pinch of flour to make the pancakes crispier.
- For a Savory Twist: Try adding a bit of garlic powder or fresh herbs to the batter for added flavor.
- Topping Variations: Serve with chive sour cream, applesauce, or a sprinkle of parmesan for extra richness.
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