โจ Introduction
These Crispy Potato Pancakes ๐ฅ are golden, crunchy, and perfect with chunky homemade applesauce ๐. A festive comfort dish ideal for ftour, brunch, or cozy gatherings ๐ฅ.
๐ง Ingredients
๐ฅ Potato Pancakes
- 4 medium potatoes (peeled and grated)
- 1 small onion (grated)
- 2 eggs
- ยผ cup flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ยฝ tsp pepper
- Oil for frying
๐ Applesauce
- 4 apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- ยฝ cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar (optional)
- ยฝ tsp cinnamon
๐ฉโ๐ณ Instructions
๐ฅ Potato Pancakes
- ๐ฅฃ Squeeze excess moisture from grated potatoes and onion.
- ๐ฅ Mix with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- ๐ฅ Heat oil in a skillet. Drop spoonfuls of mixture and flatten slightly.
- ๐ณ Fry until golden and crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
๐ Applesauce
- ๐ Combine apples, water, sugar, and cinnamon in a saucepan.
- ๐ฅ Simmer for 15โ20 minutes until apples are soft.
- ๐ฅ Mash lightly for chunky texture. Cool before serving.
๐ Methods
- ๐ง Add garlic or herbs to pancake mix for flavor.
- ๐ง Serve with sour cream or yogurt instead of applesauce.
- ๐ฅฌ Mix in grated zucchini or carrots for veggie boost.
- ๐ซ Add a pinch of nutmeg to applesauce for warmth.
๐ History
Potato pancakes are a staple in Jewish cuisine ๐ฎ๐ฑ and loved worldwide, including Moroccan kitchens ๐ฒ๐ฆ for their crispy texture and sweet-savory pairing.
๐ช Benefits
- ๐ฅ Energy from potatoes
- ๐ Fiber from apples
- ๐ฅ Protein from eggs
๐จ Formation
Serve hot with golden crust and a side of chunky applesauce ๐ฝ๏ธ. Ideal for ftour, festive tables, or cozy brunches ๐.
โ Conclusion
Crispy Potato Pancakes with Applesauce are crunchy, sweet, and satisfyingโa timeless bite of comfort ๐ฅ๐๐ฅ.
โค๏ธ Lovers
- ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Families
- ๐งโ๐ณ Brunch fans
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Holiday hosts
- ๐ Comfort food lovers
- ๐ Apple enthusiasts