Fluffy German Potato Pancakes

"This recipe was passed down from my grandfather to my mother (and I assume someone passed it on to him.) While the grating and frying can be somewhat labor intensive, the results are great. Just make sure to get the oil to the right temperature. My mom can do this like a pro, but I have to admit I am still learning. ;) She also used to occasionally experiment with various additive"
 
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Ready In:
30mins
Ingredients:
8
Serves:
2
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ingredients

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directions

  • Grate the potatoes.
  • I do two on the very fine side and one on the coarser side for the best texture.
  • They may turn brown.
  • Squeeze out the excess liquid.
  • Grate the onion on the finest side and add.
  • Stir in the rest of the ingredients.
  • Heat a generous amount of oil (about a half inch deep) in a heavy skillet.
  • Drop the mixture in by spoonfuls.
  • The tops will get slightly drier and you will see browned edges.
  • When this happens flip the pancakes CAREFULLY.
  • Serve on their own, or with applesauce or sour cream.

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Reviews

  1. I topped these with fresh cracked black pepper and Vermont maple syrup. I still prefer Irish potato pancakes, but these were very nice for a change.
     
  2. I loved this recipe! I made it for shrove Tuesday, for all of our employees (50 approx). Everyone loved these! Everyone likes different toppings, I prefer sugar, some like ketchup, some salt. Just like my German grandmother used to make!
     
  3. My husband had been wanting me to make these. I used my Salad Shooter. The first time I grated once. The next time I grated part of the potatoes twice to make them finer. I liked results when grating once better. So far mine aren't real pretty, but they sure taste good.
     
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I am about to be 34 years old and I live in Western Massachusetts, USA. I love to cook and I love to eat! My tasters include my friends as well as my mom occasionally.
 
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