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Potato Pancakes Recipe

Potato Pancakes Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 pancakes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Eastern European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make delicious and crispy Potato Pancakes, a classic Eastern European dish that’s perfect as a side. These pan-fried pancakes are simple to whip up and make a delightful addition to any meal.


Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes (peeled)
  • 1 small yellow onion
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • vegetable oil for frying


Instructions

  1. Grate the Potatoes and Onion: Grate the potatoes and onion using a box grater or food processor. Squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
  2. Mix the Ingredients: Combine the drained mixture with eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and baking powder in a bowl.
  3. Fry the Pancakes: Heat oil in a skillet, drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture, flatten slightly, and fry until golden brown.
  4. Drain and Serve: Transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve warm with sour cream or applesauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, let the pancakes drain briefly on a wire rack.
  • You can keep them warm in a 200°F oven while frying the rest.