Description
Crispy Easy Potato Pancakes are the ultimate comfort food, boasting a perfectly golden-brown exterior and a fluffy interior. Made from simple ingredients, this delightful dish is easy to prepare and perfect for brunch or dinner. Serve them hot with your favorite toppings like sour cream or applesauce for an unforgettable treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated Russet potatoes (about 3 medium potatoes)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, chopped onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Scoop about 1/4 cup of the mixture into the hot skillet for each pancake, flatten gently with a spatula.
- Cook each side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with sour cream or applesauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg