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German Potato Pancakes

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Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these German Potato Pancakes are a delicious comfort food! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish, these traditional potato pancakes pair well with sour cream or applesauce. If you love easy savory pancakes, European recipes, or quick high-protein meals, this recipe is for you!

Ingredients

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  1. 6 gold potatoes, shredded

  2. 2 large eggs

  3. 2 tbsp flour

  4. ¼ tsp black pepper

  5. ½ tsp salt

  6. ½ cup onion, finely chopped

  7. ¼ tsp baking powder

  8. ¼ cup vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

  • Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, eggs, flour, pepper, salt, chopped onion, and baking powder. Knead with your hands until fully combined.

  • Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  • Shape the pancakes: Scoop ¼ cup portions of the potato mixture and shape them into pancakes.

  • Fry until golden: Add the pancakes to the hot oil and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.

 

  • Drain & serve: Transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with sour cream or applesauce.

Notes

  • You can use russet potatoes instead of gold potatoes, but gold potatoes give a creamier texture.

  • If you want to make them even crispier, press the pancakes down gently with a spatula while cooking.

 

  • You can freeze any leftover pancakes for later use. Simply place them in an airtight container and reheat them in the oven for the best texture.

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