Description
Crispy and delicious potato pancakes made with grated potatoes and onions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes and onion, then squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a kitchen towel.
- Transfer the grated mix to a bowl and add eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Spoon the batter into the pan, flatten into pancakes, and fry each side for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from pan and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately for the crispiest results.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, make sure to remove as much liquid from the potatoes as possible.
- Serve with sour cream or applesauce for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg