Potato Pancakes (polish Placki Ziemniaczane)
Potato pancakes, known as Placki Ziemniaczane in Polish, are a classic dish in Eastern European cuisine. These crispy, savory pancakes are a delicious way to enjoy potatoes and are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish.
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
- Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out the excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Spoon the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening each spoonful with a spatula to form a pancake.
- Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the potato pancakes hot with sour cream, applesauce, or your favorite toppings.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 4g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Grater Large skillet Spatula Paper towels
Tools
Kitchen towel Mixing bowl
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the potato pancakes with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh chives.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the grated potatoes to achieve crispy pancakes.
Cost
$5