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German Potato Pancakes

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๐Ÿฅ” Crispy on the outside and tender inside, Kartoffelpuffer are the perfect comfort food that’s quick to make and satisfyingly delicious.
๐Ÿ Enjoy these versatile German potato pancakes sweet or savory, making them a great addition to any meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 pancakes

Ingredients

– 2 1/2 pounds peeled and finely grated potatoes

– 1 small yellow onion, grated finely

– 2 large eggs

– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (add more if needed for the right consistency)

– 1 teaspoon sea salt

– Neutral oil for frying (amount as needed)

Instructions

1-First, peel and finely grate the 2 1/2 pounds of potatoes, then grate the small yellow onion. Drain the grated potatoes thoroughly by squeezing out excess moisture using a colander or clean dish towel this step is crucial to avoid soggy pancakes and achieve that golden-brown crisp.

2-Next, in a mixing bowl, combine the drained potatoes with the grated onion, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon of sea salt. Knead the mixture by hand until it’s thick and tacky, adding more flour if needed to get the right consistency for shaping.

3-Heat neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Scoop the batter in portions of about 1/3 to 1/2 cup, flatten each one in the hot oil, and fry for 3 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown.

4-Once cooked, drain the pancakes briefly on paper towels and serve them immediately. For dietary tweaks, adjust the oil amount or use substitutes as mentioned earlier to customize your easy German Potato Pancakes recipe.

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Notes

๐Ÿง… Grate potatoes finely for the best texture.
๐Ÿ’ง Squeeze out moisture promptly to ensure crispiness.
๐ŸŒพ Adjust the flour amount as needed to get the right batter consistency for easy shaping.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pancake
  • Calories: 119
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 323 mg
  • Fat: 4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 46 mg