Description
Kartoffelpuffer, Germany’s beloved potato pancake, brings golden crunch and rustic comfort to your table. Crisp edges, tender centers, and simple ingredients promise a delightful culinary journey you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 onion, finely grated
- 1 large egg
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking and Serving Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Applesauce
- Sour cream
- Fresh herbs (chives, parsley)
Instructions
- Meticulously peel potatoes and onion, then use a fine grater to shred them into delicate strands. Gather the potato shreds in a clean kitchen towel and firmly press to extract all excess liquid, ensuring a crisp texture.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly blend the dehydrated potato gratings with finely grated onion, incorporating egg, flour, baking powder, seasoning to create a cohesive, unified mixture.
- Warm vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (375°F), creating a sizzling cooking surface. Carefully drop spoonfuls of potato mixture, gently pressing each into thin, circular pancakes.
- Fry each pancake for approximately 3-4 minutes per side, watching for a golden-brown, crisp exterior that signals perfect doneness. Rotate carefully to ensure even browning and consistent crunchiness.
- Once cooked, transfer potato pancakes onto paper towel-lined plates to absorb residual oil. Serve immediately while piping hot, accompanied by traditional condiments like tangy applesauce or cool sour cream, garnished with fresh herbs for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Squeeze potatoes thoroughly to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy pancakes.
- Use starchy potatoes like Russet for the best texture and golden-brown exterior.
- Adjust seasoning by adding garlic powder or herbs like chives for extra flavor complexity.
- Consider gluten-free alternatives by substituting wheat flour with almond or rice flour for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg