Deruny Delight

Deruny, also known as Ukrainian potato pancakes, are a delicious and comforting dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a perfect accompaniment to sour cream or applesauce.

Deruny Delight

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Scoop the potato mixture into the skillet, using a spoon to flatten each scoop into a pancake shape.
  4. Cook the deruny for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and crispy.
  5. Transfer the cooked deruny to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  6. Serve the deruny hot with sour cream or applesauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
3g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large bowl Grater Skillet Spatula

Tools

Paper towels

Serving suggestions

Serve deruny with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh chives for a traditional Ukrainian experience.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to squeeze out any excess moisture from the grated potatoes to ensure crispy deruny.

Cost

$5