These classic German potato pancakes are a delicious and comforting treat.
They’re crispy on the outside and tender on the inside,
perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a savory snack
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Gold Potatoes, Shredded | 6 |
| Large Eggs | 2 |
| Flour | 2 Tbsp |
| Pepper | ¼ tsp |
| Salt | ½ tsp |
| Onion, Finely Chopped | ½ cup |
| Baking Powder | ¼ tsp |
| Vegetable Oil, for Frying | ¼ cup (or as needed) |
Instructions:
Combine ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the shredded potatoes,
eggs, flour, pepper, salt, finely chopped onion, and baking powder.
Mix thoroughly:
Knead the mixture well with your hands until all ingredients are completely combined.
Heat the oil:
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop.
Form pancakes:
Add the potato mixture to the heated oil in small ¼ cup portions, forming pancake shapes.
Cook until golden:
Cook the potato pancakes for a few minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Drain: Place the cooked potato pancakes on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve: Serve the German potato pancakes hot.
They can be enjoyed plain or with toppings like applesauce or sour cream.
