Introduction
Potato pancakes are a comfort-food favorite made from grated potatoes and onion, pan-fried until crispy. They’re simple, satisfying, and delicious served with sweet or savory toppings.
⏱️ Prep Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
🧰 Equipment
- Box grater or food processor
- Clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth
- Mixing bowl
- Large skillet
- Spatula
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled
- 1 small onion
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
📌 Ingredient Notes
- Russet potatoes are best for crispiness due to low moisture.
- Onion adds flavor and helps prevent browning.
- Squeeze out as much liquid as possible for crispy pancakes.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Grate Potatoes & Onion
- Grate potatoes and onion using a box grater or food processor.
- Remove Moisture
- Transfer to a clean towel and squeeze out excess liquid.
- Mix Batter
- In a bowl, combine grated mixture with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Fry Pancakes
- Heat ¼ inch oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
- Scoop about ¼ cup mixture per pancake; flatten slightly.
- Fry 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Drain & Serve
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot.
🧾 Nutrition Facts (Approx. per pancake)
- Calories: 140
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fat: 6 g
💡 Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—fry in batches.
- Keep pancakes warm in a 200°F oven while frying.
- Re-crisp leftovers in a skillet or air fryer.
🔄 Variations
- Cheesy Potato Pancakes: Add shredded cheddar.
- Herb Pancakes: Add chives or parsley.
- Gluten-Free: Use cornstarch instead of flour.
- Sweet Potato Pancakes: Swap half the potatoes.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Applesauce (traditional)
- Smoked salmon
- Fried eggs
