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.

Potato Pancakes (polish Placki Ziemniaczane)

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. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out the excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Spoon the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening each spoonful with a spatula to form a pancake.
  5. Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  7. 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