German Potato Pancakes Recipe (Kartoffelpuffer Recipe)
Savor the authentic taste of Germany with German Potato Pancakes. Also known as Kartoffelpuffer, these crispy pancakes are the perfect addition to any meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, they bring a delightful blend of tradition and flavor to your table.
Servings: 8
Calories: 215kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 3 Tablespoons all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 6 medium potatoes peeled and shredded* See Note Below for process
- ¾ cup finely chopped onion
- ¼ cup vegetable oil for cooking*
- Sour cream for serving
- Applesauce for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together large eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Then, mix in the potatoes and onion.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
- In batches, drop a large tablespoonful into the skillet, pressing it to flatten.
- Fry for about 3 minutes on each side until crisped and golden brown.
- Drain onto paper towels.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream and applesauce, and enjoy.
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Notes
Storage Info:
German Potato Pancakes are best stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container, where they'll stay good for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months, placing parchment paper between each pancake to prevent sticking. To reheat, simply warm them in a skillet over medium heat until heated through and crisp. Alternatively, you can use an oven preheated to 350°F (about 175°C), placing the pancakes on a baking sheet for about 5-10 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 714mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg
