Dad's Potato Pancakes

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly comforting, Dad's Potato Pancakes are the ultimate homemade treat that bring nostalgic flavors to the table. Made with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like grated Russet potatoes, yellow onion, and a touch of baking powder for lightness, these savory pancakes are seasoned to perfection with salt and black pepper. The secret to their perfect texture lies in thoroughly wringing out the grated potatoes to ensure maximum crispiness, making every bite delightfully crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Ready in just 40 minutes, these potato pancakes are quick to whip up and best served warm with a dollop of sour cream or a side of sweet applesauce for an irresistibly balanced finish. Whether you're cooking a hearty breakfast, a comforting dinner side, or a snack, this easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet potatoes
• 1 small Yellow onion
• 2 large Eggs
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 0 Sour cream or applesauce (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and grate them on the large holes of a box grater into a large bowl. Alternatively, use a food processor with a grating attachment for faster prep.

Step 2

Grate the onion and add it to the grated potatoes. Mix well.

Step 3

Transfer the grated potato and onion mixture to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Twist the cloth tightly over a bowl or sink to wring out as much excess liquid as possible. Discard the liquid.

Step 4

Return the drained potato mixture to a large bowl. Crack in the eggs, and mix thoroughly to combine.

Step 5

Add the flour, salt, pepper, and baking powder to the potato mixture. Stir until well blended.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.

Step 7

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture per pancake into the hot skillet, flattening them into thin discs with the back of a spoon or spatula.

Step 8

Cook each pancake for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet, adding additional oil if needed.

Step 9

Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the potato pancakes warm with sour cream or applesauce on the side for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(979.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1439.1

Total Fat 67.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 387mg	0%
Sodium 2835.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 179.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 11.9g
Protein 36.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 202.7mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 4175.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.2%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 48.9%