German potato pancakes, also known as Kartoffelpuffer or Reibekuchen, are a classic and beloved dish in German cuisine. They’re crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and absolutely delicious. Here’s a simple recipe to make them at home:
Ingredients:
- – 4 large potatoes
- – 1 small onion
- – 2 eggs
- – 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- – 1 teaspoon salt
- – 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- – Vegetable oil, for frying
- – Sour cream or applesauce, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
1. Peel the potatoes and grate them using a box grater or a food processor. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
2. Finely chop the onion and add it to the grated potatoes.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Add the grated potatoes and onions, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
4. Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Once the oil is hot, scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the skillet for each pancake. Use a spatula to flatten the pancakes into round disks, about 1/4 inch thick.
6. Fry the potato pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. You may need to work in batches depending on the size of your skillet.
7. Transfer the cooked potato pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
8. Serve the potato pancakes hot, with sour cream or applesauce on the side if desired.
9. Enjoy these delicious German potato pancakes as a snack, side dish, or even a main course. They’re best served hot and crispy!
These German potato pancakes are sure to become a family favorite. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting treat any time of day.