Description
Authentic German Potato Pancakes are crispy, golden, and packed with flavor. Made from grated russet potatoes and onions, these pancakes are pan-fried to perfection and served hot with classic accompaniments like applesauce and sour cream. A delicious and comforting dish perfect for brunch, breakfast, or anytime you crave a savory snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Pancakes
- 2 pounds (about 4 medium) russet potatoes, peeled
- 1 small onion, peeled
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
To Serve
- Applesauce
- Sour cream
- Chopped chives
Instructions
- Grate Potatoes and Onion: Using a box grater or food processor, grate the peeled potatoes and onion finely.
- Drain Excess Moisture: Transfer the grated potatoes and onion to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to ensure crispy pancakes.
- Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the grated potato and onion with the eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Heat Oil: Pour a thin layer of vegetable or canola oil into a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Form and Fry Pancakes: Scoop approximately ¼ cup of the potato mixture into the skillet and flatten it slightly to form a pancake shape.
- Cook Both Sides: Fry the pancake for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until each side is golden brown and crispy.
- Drain Excess Oil: Use a slotted spatula to transfer cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil. Repeat this process with the remaining batter.
- Serve Warm: Serve the hot German potato pancakes with applesauce, sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped chives if desired.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out as much liquid from the grated potatoes and onion as possible to avoid soggy pancakes.
- Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning; medium-high heat works best for a crispy outside and thorough cooking inside.
- These pancakes are best served immediately while crispy, but you can keep them warm in a low oven if preparing in batches.
- Feel free to add more seasoning, such as garlic powder or parsley, to customize the flavor.
