German Potato Pancakes Recipe
German Potato Pancakes Recipe is based on an authentic Continental recipe that uses grated potato, flour, and egg. The mixture is seasoned with salt and pepper and fried on a griddle. These savory pancakes are served with applesauce or sour cream as I have done here, and are perfect for snack time, brunch or dinner.
Equipment
- griddle-stovetop
Ingredients
- 2 Russet potato
- 4 sprigs chives
- 1 onion
- 1 egg
- 1½ tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp rice flour
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp pepper powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
Instructions
- Peel and grate potatoes. Use a kitchen paper to absorb most of the moisture leaving some starch. Add chopped chives , grated or thinly sliced onions, and season with salt, and pepper.
- Add the egg and the flours and just mix to combine them.
- Heat a griddle with a few drops of olive oil. Spoon out the mixture and flatten the top with the back of the spoon. Cook on medium heat for 3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Then, flip over and add a few drops of olive oil. Cook for another 3 minutes. Drain and blot the pancakes on paper towels.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream on top and garnish with cut chives.
Notes
- I like these pancakes golden brown in color with less oil. If you prefer them crispy, then add a little more oil and fry until the desired crispiness and color.
- See blog post for more tips.
Nutrition
Calories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 306mgPotassium: 341mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 139IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
