Crispy German Potato Pancakes
Crispy German Potato Pancakes deliver a golden-crunch exterior with a tender, potato-rich center and a hint of onion and pepper. They’re comforting yet light, perfect for brunch with applesauce or sour cream, or as a hearty side at dinner alongside roasted meats. The balance of salt and subtle baking powder lift keeps each bite satisfying without feeling heavy.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Whisk the eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; stir in the shredded potatoes and the onion.
- 3
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, drop heaping tablespoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil. Press slightly with a spatula to flatten.
- 4
Cook until golden brown and crisp, about 3 minutes per side.
- 5
Move to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. You can cover them very loosely with aluminum foil to keep them warm without steaming.
- 6
Repeat with the remaining potato mixture. Serve warm.
- Calories 141.16 kcal Moderate
- Protein 3.59 g Low Source
- Carbs 7.52 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.09 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.08 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.01 g High
- Cholesterol 77.99 mg High
- Sodium 118.69 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.97 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.11 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 33.63 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.75 mg Low Source
- Potassium 134.5 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 19.08 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 1.11 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.6 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Crispy German Potato Pancakes is an Austrian appetizer recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Black Pepper, and Diced Yellow Onion. Each serving provides about 141.16 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crispy German Potato Pancakes?
- It is an Austrian pancake recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or breakfast or side dish or dinner or lunch or snack.
- What is Crispy German Potato Pancakes made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Black Pepper, Diced Yellow Onion, Eggs. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crispy German Potato Pancakes?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 141.16 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crispy German Potato Pancakes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 6 steps.
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