Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these classic potato pancakes are an easy and delicious recipe for breakfast or a savory side dish. Made with grated potatoes, onions, and simple seasonings, this dish delivers the perfect crunch. Serve with sour cream or applesauce for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: Fresh herbs like parsley, chopped
Vegetable oil for frying
Optional: Sour cream or applesauce for serving
Instructions
- Drain the Potatoes: Place grated potatoes in a clean dish towel and squeeze out excess liquid.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix grated potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and herbs (if using).
- Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat a thin layer of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Form and Fry the Pancakes: Scoop a heaping tablespoon of potato mixture into the skillet, flatten with a spatula, and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain: Transfer pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Serve hot with sour cream or applesauce.
Notes
To ensure crispy pancakes, squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the grated potatoes.
For added flavor, incorporate herbs like parsley or chives.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 pancakes
- Calories: 250 kcal per serving
