Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of German Potato Pancakes, known as Kartoffelpuffer, that bring together a crispy exterior and tender interior. Perfect for any occasion, these savory pancakes can be enjoyed as a snack, side dish, or appetizer. With a quick preparation time and versatile toppings, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Try them served with traditional applesauce or sour cream for a luxurious touch. Easy to make yet incredibly satisfying, these pancakes will become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb russet potatoes
- 1 small yellow onion
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes; grate them along with the onion into a mixing bowl.
- Drain excess liquid from the mixture to ensure crispiness.
- Add salt, pepper, flour, and egg; mix well to form a thick batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop 2 tbsp of batter into the hot oil, flatten slightly, and fry until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- For extra crunch, re-fry each pancake for an additional 30-60 seconds after the first fry.
- Serve immediately with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg