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AUTHENTIC German Potato Pancakes
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AUTHENTIC German Potato Pancakes

These AUTHENTIC German Potato Pancakes are crisp on the outside and soft in the center, made the traditional way with simple pantry ingredients. This recipe works because it focuses on dry grated potatoes, steady heat, and classic German technique for perfect texture every time.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: german
Calories: 275

Ingredients
  

  • 4 starchy potatoes
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ cup neutral high-heat oil

Equipment

  • Box grater
  • Clean kitchen towel
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large frying pan or skillet
  • Slotted spatula
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Peel and finely grate the potatoes, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible using your hands or a clean cloth.
  2. Finely grate the onion and add it directly to the potatoes.
  3. Add the eggs, flour, and salt, then mix until well combined and slightly sticky but not watery.
  4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Spoon the batter into the pan and flatten each portion into thin pancakes.
  6. Fry for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  7. Transfer cooked pancakes to paper towels to drain excess oil.
  8. Keep warm in a low oven if cooking in batches and serve hot.