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A close-up of golden-brown German potato pancakes stacked on a white plate, garnished with fresh parsley. The pancakes have a crispy, textured exterior with visible shredded potato strands, and are set against a rustic wooden table with butter and sour cream nearby.

Crispy German Potato Pancakes for Breakfast

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Delicious and crispy German Potato Pancakes made with grated potatoes, onion, and simple seasonings, fried to perfection and served with sour cream or applesauce.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Place grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the skillet, flattening slightly with a spatula.
  5. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve warm with sour cream or applesauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispy pancakes, ensure excess moisture is removed from the potatoes.
  • You can add chopped chives or garlic for extra flavor.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option available (by using gluten-free flour)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pancake (approx. 100g)
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg