Description
Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer) are a traditional and savory comfort food made with shredded potatoes, onion, and eggs. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or a hearty side dish. Includes easy steps, storage tips, and topping ideas. Keyword-rich with German pancakes, potato pancakes, crispy potato recipe.
Ingredients
4 medium potatoes
1 small onion
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
1. Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Transfer to cold water to prevent browning.
2. Grate the onion and set aside.
3. Drain the potatoes and squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a cheesecloth or towel.
4. In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until a thick batter forms.
5. Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and flatten with a spatula.
7. Fry each side for 3–4 minutes or until golden and crispy.
8. Remove and drain on paper towels.
9. Serve warm with applesauce, sour cream, or toppings of choice.
Notes
Make sure the grated potatoes are dry—squeeze out as much water as you can.
Use starchy potatoes like Russets for extra crispiness.
For an extra twist, mix in chopped herbs or garlic to the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg