German Potato Pancakes

Discover the secret to making crispy and delicious German potato pancakes that will brighten up any meal! This easy-to-follow guide provides step-by-step instructions, along with essential ingredient tips and tasty variations. Whatever your cooking skill level, you’ll enjoy creating these delightful treats. Click through to explore the full recipe and impress your family and friends with your cooking skills!

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Ingredients

4 medium-sized russet potatoes, peeled

1 small onion, finely grated

1 large egg

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Vegetable oil for frying

Optional: sour cream and applesauce for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Potatoes: Grate the peeled potatoes into a large bowl and immediately place them in cold water to prevent browning. Let them soak for about 10 minutes.

Drain and Squeeze: After soaking, drain the grated potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or cheese cloth, ensuring they're as dry as possible.

Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, grated onion, egg, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are fully combined.

Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat until hot (test by dropping a small amount of the batter into the oil – it should sizzle).

Form and Fry: Using a spoon or your hands, form small patties (about 2-3 inches in diameter) from the potato mixture and gently place them into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan.

Cook Until Golden: Fry the pancakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.

Drain the Pancakes: Once cooked, transfer the pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Serve: Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and a side of applesauce for a sweet contrast.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

- Presentation Tips: Stack the pancakes on a rustic wooden board or a colorful plate and garnish with fresh chives or parsley for a pop of color. Add small bowls of sour cream and applesauce on the side for dipping.