German Potato Pancakes
Crispy and delicious, German Potato Pancakes, also known as Reibekuchen, are made from grated potatoes and are perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
For the Pancakes
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled Starchy potatoes like Russet are ideal.
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Can use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Oil for frying such as vegetable or canola
For Serving (optional)
- to taste sour cream
- to taste applesauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Grate the peeled potatoes using a box grater or food processor and place them in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.
- After a few minutes, drain the potatoes and place them on a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, chopped onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Cooking
- In a large frying pan, heat about 1/4 inch of oil over medium-high heat. You’ll know it’s ready when a small drop of batter sizzles in the oil.
- Spoon about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the hot oil. Flatten it slightly with the back of the spoon. Repeat for each pancake, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the pancakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the pancakes from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
- Enjoy your German Potato Pancakes hot with sour cream or applesauce on the side.
Notes
If frying in batches, keep the cooked pancakes warm in the oven on low heat while you finish cooking the rest. You can also experiment by adding diced green onions, shredded cheese, or herbs for a unique twist.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g