German Potato Pancakes

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These German potato pancakes are a nice change from regular pancakes. They make a great dinner meal when served with Bratwurst sausage. I spread mine with cranberry sauce and top with maple syrup.

Submitted by SWIZZLESTICKS
Updated on November 18, 2024
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A plate of three crispy German potato pancakes, topped with a dollop of sour cream
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

  • 6 medium potatoes, peeled and shredded

  • ½ cup finely chopped onion

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    Ingredients to make German potato pancakes

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  2. Beat eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl; stir in potatoes and onion.

    A large bowl of potato pancake batter

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  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Drop heaping tablespoonfuls of potato mixture into hot oil in batches. Press to flatten.

    An oiled skillet with four German potato pancakes, with one being pressed down with a metal spatula

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  4. Cook until browned and crisp, about 3 minutes on each side.

    An oiled skillet with four crispy German potato pancakes

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  5. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

    A paper towel-lined plate with German potato pancakes

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  6. Repeat with remaining potato mixture. Enjoy!

    A plate of three crispy German potato pancakes, topped with a dollop of sour cream

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

283 Calories
11g Fat
41g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 283
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Sodium 246mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 43mg 48%
Calcium 47mg 4%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 943mg 20%

* 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.