German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer) Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 medium potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional, for extra flavor)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Place them in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Mix well.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat about ¼ inch of oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Form and Fry the Pancakes: Scoop about ¼ cup of the potato mixture and flatten it into a pancake shape. Carefully place it in the hot oil. Fry for about 3–4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the pancakes and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Enjoy! Serve warm with applesauce, sour cream, or fresh herbs.
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