Potato Pancakes with Sour Cream (Kartupeļu pankūkas ar skābo krējumu)

Kartupeļu pankūkas ar skābo krējumu, or Potato Pancakes with Sour Cream, are a popular dish in Latvian cuisine. These savory pancakes are made with grated potatoes and onions, and are typically served with a dollop of tangy sour cream.

Potato Pancakes with Sour Cream (Kartupeļu pankūkas ar skābo krējumu)

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 onion, grated
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Sour cream for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Scoop the potato mixture into the skillet, forming small pancakes, and fry until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Remove the pancakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
  5. Serve the potato pancakes hot, with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Large bowl Grater Skillet Spatula Paper towels

Tools

Frying pan Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the potato pancakes with a side of fresh salad or pickles for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra crispiness, squeeze out excess moisture from the grated potatoes before mixing them with the other ingredients.

Cost

$8