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Crispy, tender German Potato Pancakes made with grated potatoes, onion, egg, and flour, cooked until golden for an irresistible traditional dish.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 medium onion, grated
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • oil for frying

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • grater
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Squeeze excess moisture from grated potatoes and onion.
  2. Combine potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil and flatten slightly.
  5. Fry until golden, flip, and cook the other side.
  6. Remove pancakes, drain, then return to skillet for a second fry to crisp.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Serve with applesauce or sour cream. Double-frying delivers the best crispiness.

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