🥔 **German potato pancakes
German potato pancakes (also called Kartoffelpuffer) are crispy, golden pancakes made from grated potatoes, onions, and eggs, pan-fried until crunchy on the outside and tender inside. They’re a classic German comfort food, often served with applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon.
Ingredients (4 servings, about 8–10 pancakes)
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 large eggs
- 3–4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Optional toppings: applesauce, sour cream, smoked salmon, chives
👩‍🍳 Instructions
- Prepare potatoes
- Grate potatoes and onion.
- Place grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Mix batter
- In a bowl, combine potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Mix until well combined.
- Heat oil
- In a large skillet, heat 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Fry pancakes
- Spoon 1/4 cup of potato mixture into the skillet for each pancake.
- Flatten slightly and cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain & serve
- Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with applesauce, sour cream, or your favorite topping.
🍴 Tips & Variations
- Extra crisp: Fry in smaller batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Cheesy twist: Add shredded cheese like Swiss or cheddar to the batter.
- Herb boost: Mix in fresh parsley, chives, or dill for extra flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare batter in advance; fry just before serving.
I can also make a “restaurant-style German potato pancakes” recipe that’s super crispy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned, ideal for a brunch or dinner side.
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