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Potato Pancakes


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and crispy potato pancakes made with simple ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large potatoes
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

  1. Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor.
  2. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and wring out as much moisture as possible.
  3. Grate the onion and combine it with the potatoes in a large bowl.
  4. Add eggs, flour, salt, and pepper to the bowl and mix until well combined.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Scoop about 1/4 cup of the mixture into the skillet, flatten into pancakes.
  7. Fry each pancake for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
  8. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  9. Repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
  10. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like applesauce or sour cream.

Notes

  • Best served immediately while hot and crispy.
  • Feel free to experiment with different toppings or add herbs for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pancakes
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg