Description
Indulge in the authentic taste of Germany with these crispy and tender German Potato Pancakes! Known as kartoffelpuffer, these delightful fritters are a comfort food favorite that can elevate any meal. Golden brown and perfectly crunchy on the outside, they are filled with soft potato goodness on the inside. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a savory snack, these pancakes can be topped with a variety of delicious options like sour cream, applesauce, or even smoked salmon. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dish that’s both satisfying and versatile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb russet potatoes
- 1 small yellow onion
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes. Grate them along with the onion into a mixing bowl.
- Drain excess liquid from the mixture.
- Add salt, pepper, flour, and egg to the bowl; mix until combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop 2 tablespoons of batter into the skillet for each pancake; flatten slightly.
- Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg