Description
Learn how to make these delicious Crispy Potato Pancakes that are perfect for breakfast or as a side dish. These savory pancakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs russet potatoes (peeled and grated)
- 1 small onion (grated)
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Potato Mixture: Place grated potatoes and onion in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir in the eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Fry the Pancakes: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, drop ¼ cup of the potato mixture, flatten slightly, and fry for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining mixture. Serve warm with sour cream or applesauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use a cast-iron skillet and drain moisture from the potatoes.
- Keep finished pancakes warm in a 200°F oven while frying the rest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
