Description
These German Potato Pancakes, also known as Kartoffelpuffer or potato fritters, are a crispy and flavorful traditional German dish. Made with grated potatoes, onions, eggs, and seasonings, these pancakes are fried to golden perfection. Serve them warm with a dollop of sour cream or applesauce for a delightful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Pancakes:
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying and Serving:
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Sour cream or applesauce for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potato Mixture: Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture. Combine with grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Fry the Pancakes: Heat oil in a skillet, drop potato mixture by 1/4 cup portions, flatten into pancakes, and fry until golden and crispy on both sides.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve warm with sour cream or applesauce if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispy pancakes, ensure to remove as much moisture from the potatoes as possible.
- You can incorporate a pinch of baking powder for a slightly fluffier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
