Potato Pancakes Recipe

These crispy potato pancakes are a delightful combination of golden brown
perfection and savory flavor, making them a must-try for any meal. Whether
served as a hearty breakfast or a savory side dish, they promise to satisfy your
cravings.

Servings: 6

Author:

Prep Time:
15 minutes

Cook Time:
25 minutes

Total Time:
40 minutes

Course:

Side Dish Breakfast

Cuisine:

Eastern European

Keywords:

potato pancakes recipe

🧂 Ingredients

4 cups russet potatoes

peeled and grated (about 4 potatoes)
1 large onion

grated (approximately 1 cup)
2 large eggs

beaten
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying
Optional: cottage cheese for serving
Optional: sour cream for serving

Instructions

1 Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2 Begin by placing the grated potatoes and onion in a large kitchen towel or nut
bag. Firmly twist the towel over the sink, squeezing out as much liquid as you
can. After wringing it out, open the towel to loosen the mixture, then twist and
squeeze once more to remove any remaining moisture.
3 In a sizable mixing bowl, combine the beaten eggs, flour, salt, and black
pepper. Add the drained potato and onion mixture, stirring thoroughly with a
wooden spoon until all the ingredients are well-coated. The consistency should
be thick; if it appears too runny, incorporate more flour, adding one teaspoon
at a time until the desired thickness is achieved.
4 Prepare a metal cooling rack and place it inside a large rimmed baking sheet for
later use. In a large skillet, pour in vegetable oil to a depth of about ¼ inch
and heat it over medium heat. To test if the oil is ready, drop in a small
amount of the potato mixture; if it sizzles, you’re set to proceed.
5 Working in batches, scoop ¼ cup of the potato mixture and drop it into the hot
oil, gently pressing down with the back of the measuring cup to slightly flatten
the pancakes. Fry the potato pancakes until they are golden brown and cooked
through, which should take about 3 minutes on each side. Monitor the oil
temperature closely; if it begins to smoke, reduce the heat.
6 Once cooked, transfer the potato pancakes to the prepared wire rack and keep
them warm in the oven while you finish frying the remaining batches.
7 These crispy delights can be served with cottage cheese, sour cream, or even
applesauce for an extra touch of flavor. Enjoy your homemade potato pancakes!