German Potato Pancakes Recipe

These crispy, golden-brown potato pancakes, or Kartoffelpuffer, are a beloved German dish. They’re perfect for a hearty breakfast, lunch, or a side dish.

Ingredients:

  • 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 large onion, grated
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Potato Mixture:
    • In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, grated onion, beaten eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well until just combined.
  2. Cook the Pancakes:
    • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add enough vegetable oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
    • Using a spoon or a small ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil.
    • Flatten each spoonful slightly with the back of the spoon.
    • Cook the pancakes until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
    • Transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  3. Serve:
    • Serve the Kartoffelpuffer hot with applesauce, sour cream, or a dollop of crème fraîche.

Tips:

  • For extra crispy pancakes, let the grated potatoes sit for 15-30 minutes to drain off excess moisture.
  • Adjust the amount of flour as needed to achieve your desired consistency.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying the pancakes. Cook them in batches if necessary.

Enjoy your homemade German Potato Pancakes!

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