German Potato Pancakes

Here’s a recipe for German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer):

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes (starchy variety like Russet)
• 1 small onion
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
• Vegetable oil or butter (for frying)
• Applesauce or sour cream (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Peel and Grate the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and finely grate them using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and wring out as much moisture as possible. This helps the pancakes crisp up better.
2. Grate the Onion: Grate the onion finely and add it to the potatoes. You can wring out the excess moisture from the onion as well.
3. Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes and onions with the eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir well until everything is evenly mixed.
4. Heat the Oil: Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
5. Fry the Pancakes: Scoop about 2-3 tablespoons of the potato mixture into the skillet and flatten it into a round pancake shape. Fry the pancakes for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
6. Drain Excess Oil: Once fried, place the pancakes on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
7. Serve: Serve the potato pancakes hot with applesauce or sour cream on the side.

Enjoy your German-style potato pancakes!