Fiesta Potato Pancakes
Crispy, golden, and bursting with zesty flavor, Fiesta Potato Pancakes are a fun twist on a classic comfort food. Made with freshly grated russet potatoes and infused with bold Southwestern ingredients like jalapeño, cilantro, and cheddar cheese, these savory pancakes are seasoned with cumin and chili powder for a flavorful kick. Perfectly pan-fried to crunchy perfection, they pair beautifully with tangy sour cream and vibrant salsa for an irresistibly delicious meal or appetizer. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe offers a mouthwatering way to spice up your potato game while keeping things satisfying and simple. Perfect for brunch, dinner, or even a party platter, Fiesta Potato Pancakes are a flavorful crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone coming back for more!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup, chopped Cilantro
- 3 stalks, finely chopped Green onions
- 1 small, finely diced Jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup, shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup (for frying) Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup (optional for serving) Sour cream
- 0.5 cup (optional for serving) Salsa
Directions
Step 1
Peel and grate the russet potatoes using a large box grater. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, eggs, all-purpose flour, chopped cilantro, green onions, jalapeño, shredded cheddar cheese, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a cohesive batter.
Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
Step 4
Scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture and shape it into a round, flat pancake (about 3 inches in diameter). Carefully place it into the hot skillet.
Step 5
Cook each pancake for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the skillet; work in batches if necessary.
Step 6
Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 7
Repeat the process until all the potato mixture has been used.
Step 8
Serve the Fiesta Potato Pancakes warm, accompanied by sour cream and salsa if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1314.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2369.4 |
| Total Fat 154.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g | |
| Cholesterol 476.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4045.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 206.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.5g | |
| Protein 54.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 650.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4767.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories