Golden, crispy, and packed with flavor, German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer) are a delightful dish perfect as a snack, side, or even breakfast. Serve them with applesauce or sour cream for a traditional experience!
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional, for added flavor)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes and Onion:
- Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor.
- Grate the onion and mix it with the grated potatoes.
- Remove Excess Moisture:
- Place the grated mixture in a clean kitchen towel and wring out as much liquid as possible.
- Mix the Batter:
- In a large bowl, combine the grated potato-onion mixture, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Mix until well incorporated.
- Heat the Oil:
- Heat about ¼ inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the Pancakes:
- Scoop about 2-3 tablespoons of the batter for each pancake into the hot oil. Flatten slightly with a spatula.
- Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve:
- Remove the pancakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with applesauce, sour cream, or your favorite topping.
Enjoy your homemade German Potato Pancakes! 🥔✨