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German Potato Pancakes Recipe

German Potato Pancakes Recipe

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German Potato Pancakes are a traditional dish that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They are easy to make and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish for dinner.

Ingredients

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Potato Pancakes:

  • 1 pound of potatoes
  • 1 small onion
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of pepper (if you want savory pancakes)
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 medium-sized egg
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash and peel potatoes and onion.
  2. Grate Potatoes and Onion: Grate them into a bowl.
  3. Drain Excess Water: If needed, drain excess water from the potatoes.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Mix in salt, pepper, flour, and egg.
  5. Mix Batter: Combine everything well.
  6. Fry Pancakes: Heat oil, spoon batter into the pan, cook until golden brown.
  7. Drain and Keep Warm: Place cooked pancakes on paper towel, then keep warm in the oven.
  8. Repeat and Serve: Fry remaining batter, serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

  • You can add herbs like parsley or chives to the batter for extra flavor.
  • For a crispy texture, make sure the pancakes are not too thick.
  • Experiment with toppings like sour cream, yogurt, or smoked salmon.

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