Description
Potato Pancakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, made with grated potatoes, onions, and a few simple ingredients. This savory comfort food is quick to prepare and perfect as a side dish, snack, or main course.
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor.
- Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Grate the onion and combine it with the potatoes in a large bowl.
- Add eggs, flour, salt, and pepper to the bowl and mix until fully combined.
- Heat a thin layer of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the pan and flatten into a pancake shape.
- Fry for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with sour cream, applesauce, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
Use starchy potatoes like Russets for the crispiest texture.Grate and squeeze the potatoes well to prevent sogginess.Add herbs or cheese for flavor variations.For a gluten-free version, use potato starch or gluten-free flour.Reheat leftovers in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pancakes
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
