Kartoffelpuffer German Potato Pancakes Sp5
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, Kartoffelpuffer German Potato Pancakes are a classic European comfort food that’s easy to love and even easier to make! This traditional recipe combines grated Russet potatoes and finely shredded onion with simple pantry staples like eggs, flour, salt, and pepper for a perfectly seasoned and crispy potato pancake. Soaked and drained potatoes are the secret to their irresistibly light texture, while frying them to golden perfection ensures a satisfying crunch in every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, these versatile pancakes can be served with applesauce or sour cream for a sweet or savory twist, or as a hearty side dish to elevate any meal. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this authentic Kartoffelpuffer recipe brings an authentic taste of Germany to your table.
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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 cup Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Peel the potatoes and grate them using a coarse grater. Place the grated potatoes in a large bowl of cold water to soak for 5 minutes.
Step 2
While the potatoes are soaking, peel and finely grate the onion. Set it aside.
Step 3
Drain the potatoes thoroughly, then place them in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible over the sink.
Step 4
Add the drained potatoes to a large mixing bowl along with the grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture per pancake into the skillet. Flatten each pancake with the back of a spatula to form a 3-4 inch round.
Step 6
Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
Step 7
Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain off excess oil.
Step 8
Repeat with the remaining potato mixture, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
Step 9
Serve the Kartoffelpuffer warm with applesauce, sour cream, or as a side dish to a main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1003.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1824.8 |
| Total Fat 114.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2601.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 177.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.4g | |
| Protein 35.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 182.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4155.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories