Description
These authentic German potato pancakes, known as Kartoffelpuffer, are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or side dishes, they can be served sweet with applesauce or savory with sour cream. Easy to make with simple ingredients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate potatoes and onions, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, mix the grated potatoes and onions with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Scoop 2 tbsp of the mixture into the pan, flattening it slightly.
- Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the potatoes.
- Fry in small batches to prevent the pancakes from becoming greasy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: German