German cuisine · Vegetable Dishes

Potato Pancakes

Crispy potato pancakes with applesauce.

Ingredients · for 4 servings

• 1 kg potatoes
• 1 onion
• 2 eggs
• 3 tbsp flour
• Applesauce
• Oil

Instructions

1. Peel and finely grate the potatoes and onion; squeeze the mixture very firmly in a clean cloth.
2. Let the squeezed juice stand briefly and return the settled starch to the mixture.
3. Stir with eggs, flour and salt into a spreadable batter.
4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and drop in flat fritters of 2 tbsp batter each.
5. Fry for 3–4 min per side until crispy and golden brown; drain on paper towels.
6. Serve hot with applesauce.