Description
Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these traditional potato pancakes are a comforting dish that can be served as a side or main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
- Applesauce or sour cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Place the grated potatoes in a clean cloth or paper towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Transfer the dry potatoes to a large bowl.
- Mix the Ingredients:
- Add the chopped onion, eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Mix until well combined.
- Heat the Oil:
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Pancakes:
- Spoon 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the skillet, pressing down with the back of the spoon to flatten it into a pancake. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain Excess Oil:
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Continue cooking with the remaining mixture.
- Serve:
- Serve the potato pancakes warm with applesauce or sour cream, if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add herbs like chives or parsley to the potato mixture.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the pancakes to achieve the perfect crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes