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German Potato Pancakes

German Potato Pancakes

These crispy German Potato Pancakes are golden brown, crunchy on the outside, and soft inside—perfect for a comforting meal any time of the day.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 cup potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 piece medium onion, grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Peel and grate the potatoes. Place grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
  • Grate the onion and add it to the potatoes. In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, onion, egg, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Scoop about 1/4 cup batter per pancake and flatten gently in the skillet.
  • Fry pancakes until golden brown and crisp on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

Notes

Serve with applesauce or sour cream for a traditional touch. Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet to maintain crispiness.