German Potato Pancakes 🥔🥞✨
Golden, crispy potato pancakes with tender centers—perfect as a savory snack or side dish.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Large eggs | 2 |
| All-purpose flour | 2 tablespoons |
| Baking powder | ¼ teaspoon |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
| Pepper | ¼ teaspoon |
| Medium potatoes, peeled and shredded | 6 |
| Finely chopped onion | ½ cup |
| Vegetable oil | ¼ cup |
Instructions
- Prepare potatoes: Peel and shred potatoes. Place in a clean towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Mix batter: In a large bowl, combine shredded potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
- Heat oil: Add vegetable oil to a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook pancakes: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the skillet. Flatten slightly with a spatula. Fry 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain: Place cooked pancakes on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with applesauce, sour cream, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Tips
- Crispier texture: Remove as much liquid as possible from potatoes before mixing.
- Variation: Add grated carrot or zucchini for extra flavor.
- Serving idea: Pair with smoked salmon or a fresh salad.
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “German Potato Pancakes—crispy edges, tender centers, and pure comfort in every bite! 🥔🥞✨”
- Comment prompt: “Do you prefer them with applesauce or sour cream?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next cozy meal.” • “Tag a friend who loves savory pancakes.” • “Golden, crispy, and irresistible.”