German Potato Pancakes Recipe
German Potato Pancakes Recipe, known as Kartoffelpuffer, are crispy golden delights. This traditional German potato pancakes recipe brings authentic flavors home.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Fine grater or food processor
- Clean kitchen towel
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Spatula for flipping
- Paper towels for draining
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes peeled
- 1 medium onion finely grated
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate potatoes using fine grater holes.
- Place grated potatoes in clean kitchen towel.
- Squeeze towel tightly to remove excess moisture.
- Transfer squeezed potatoes to large mixing bowl.
- Add grated onion to the potato mixture.
- Mix in beaten eggs and flour thoroughly.
- Season with salt and pepper evenly.
- Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of mixture into hot oil.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip pancakes carefully with spatula.
- Cook another 3-4 minutes until crispy.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- Remove all moisture for crispiest results
- They contain perfect starch content
- Cook in batches for even browning
- Prevents burning while ensuring crispiness
- German potato pancakes taste best when hot