Bramboracky (Czech Savory Potato Pancakes)

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Bramboracky (bram-bor-atch-key) are traditional pan-fried Czech savory potato pancakes. They're best accompanied by beer. My Czech boyfriend and I often have fun with this recipe. Potato pancakes are commonly associated with traditional Czech, Ukrainian, Yiddish, German, Hungarian, and Polish cuisines, although other cuisines (including those of India and Korea) also have similar potato pancakes.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
3
Yield:
6 large pancakes
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 3 servings

  • 4 large potatoes

  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed

  • 2 teaspoons caraway seeds (Optional)

  • 1 pinch dried marjoram (Optional)

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 tablespoon milk

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • oil for frying

Directions

  1. Peel and coarsely grate potatoes; squeeze out as much liquid as you can. Transfer shredded potatoes to a mixing bowl; stir in garlic, caraway seeds, marjoram, salt, and black pepper.

  2. Beat eggs and milk together; stir into potato mixture until well combined. Gradually stir in flour until a thick but still pourable batter if formed.

  3. Heat about 1/4-inch oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drop 1/4 cupful batter into skillet, flattening it slightly; fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Taste pancake; adjust seasoning if necessary. Repeat with remaining batter.

Cook's Note:

You can add ham, bacon, or cheese to the batter before frying pancakes, if desired. Substitute oregano for marjoram and cumin seed for caraway if you prefer. Enjoy them plain, with beer, topped with cheese, or with ketchup or mustard.

Editor's Note

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

527 Calories
11g Fat
94g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 527
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 110mg 37%
Sodium 74mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 94g 34%
Dietary Fiber 12g 42%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 15g 30%
Vitamin C 98mg 109%
Calcium 103mg 8%
Iron 5mg 29%
Potassium 2163mg 46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.