Buttery German Potato Pancakes (Print)
Crispy, buttery potato pancakes—golden outside, soft inside—delicious for breakfast, snacks, or light meals.
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
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1 small onion, grated
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2 large eggs
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60 ml all-purpose flour
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Salt, to taste
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Pepper, to taste
→ For Frying
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60 ml butter
# Steps:
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Grate the peeled potatoes and onion into a large mixing bowl.
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In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated.
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Pour the egg mixture into the grated potatoes and onion. Stir thoroughly to create a cohesive batter.
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Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until fully melted and gently sizzling.
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Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the skillet, gently flattening each portion to form pancakes.
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Fry each pancake for 3 to 4 minutes per side until crisp and golden brown.
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Remove pancakes from the skillet and drain on paper towels before serving.
# Notes:
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Serve potato pancakes with applesauce or sour cream for a traditional accompaniment.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as needed prior to frying.